Definition of Silencer

1. Noun. Short tube attached to the muzzle of a gun that deadens the sound of firing.

Generic synonyms: Tube, Tubing
Derivative terms: Silence

2. Noun. A tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise.
Exact synonyms: Muffler
Generic synonyms: Acoustic Device
Group relationships: Exhaust, Exhaust System
Derivative terms: Muffle, Silence

Definition of Silencer

1. n. One that silences;

Definition of Silencer

1. one that silences [n -S] - See also: silences

Lexicographical Neighbors of Silencer

silanes
silanising
silastic
silastics
silastic band
sild
sildenafil
silds
sile
sile
siled
silen
silence
silence
silenced
silencer (current term)
silencers
silences
silencing
silene
silene
silenes
Silene acaulis
Silene caroliniana
Silene dioica
Silene latifolia
Silene uniflora
Silene virginica
Silene vulgaris
sileni

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