devocalizes
/diːˈvoʊkəlaɪzɪz/
verb
- To remove the vocal cords or make unable to produce vocal sounds.
- The veterinarian devocalizes certain dogs to prevent excessive barking in apartments.
- The procedure devocalizes the cat, leaving it able to purr but not meow loudly.
- Some people argue that no one should devocalize an animal for convenience.
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