A motor-driven mechanical device consisting of a continuous loop of steps that automatically conveys people from one floor to another.
An escalator clause.
Anything that escalates.
An upward or progressive course.
A machine with two pulleys to hoist load by spinning wheels, polyspast, block and tackle.
The bare end of the nose between the nostrils, especially in ruminants.
A kiln or furnace, often electric, with no direct flames (a muffle furnace)
Anything that mutes or deadens sound.
A warm piece of clothing for the hands.
To wrap (a person, face etc.) in fabric or another covering, for warmth or protection; often with up.
To wrap up or cover (a source of noise) in order to deaden the sound.
To mute or deaden (a sound etc.).