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Webster 1828 Edition

ppr.

Covering closely, especially about the face; wrapping close; involving; blindfolding.

muffling

muffling ‎(plural mufflings)

(chiefly in the plural) That which muffles; heavy clothing.
- 1839, Museum of Foreign Literature, Science and Art (volume 37, page 220)
  It was not until he had ascertained that all his mufflings were adjusted, and his coat-collar brought as near his hat as was consistent with leaving any of his face out […]