silencer
Americannoun
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a person or thing that silences.
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a device for deadening the report of a firearm.
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Chiefly British. the muffler on an internal-combustion engine.
noun
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US and Canadian name: muffler. any device designed to reduce noise, esp the tubular device containing baffle plates in the exhaust system of a motor vehicle
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a tubular device fitted to the muzzle of a firearm to deaden the report
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a person or thing that silences
Etymology
Origin of silencer
Example Sentences
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Following his arrest, officers strip-searched him and went through property that included a handgun, a silencer and a jar of Skippy peanut butter.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
It’s also a headwind for Alnylam, whose Amvuttra treatment will remain the only gene silencer for ATTR-CM, the analysts write, although long-term questions remain for the company’s next-generation silencer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
After the bureau approves the application, the silencer is sent to a licensed firearm dealer, where the buyer is required to fill out another form required for any firearm purchase.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 30, 2023
MarShawn Lloyd hit LeBron James’ silencer celebration after his first touchdown run against Colorado.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2023
One’s got a silencer, and the guys damn near drool over it.
From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas
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