mutter

n 1: a low continuous indistinct sound [syn: {muttering}, {murmur},

{murmuring}, {murmuration}]

2: a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone [syn: {grumble},

{grumbling}, {murmur}, {murmuring}, {muttering}]

v 1: talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice [syn: {mumble}, {maffle},

{maunder}, {mussitate}]

2: complain quietly [syn: {murmur}, {grumble}, {croak}, {gnarl}]

mutter

To quietly enter a command not meant for the ears, eyes, or

fingers of ordinary mortals. Often used in "mutter an

{incantation}".

See also {wizard}.

[{Jargon File}]

(1995-02-06)