DEAF-MUTE


Meaning of DEAF-MUTE in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷ adjective

Etymology: translation of French sourd-muet or German taubstumm

: lacking the sense of hearing and the ability to speak

• deaf-mute·ness noun

II. noun

: a person who is deaf-mute

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