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Definition of silence
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interjection (int)
Be silent; -- used elliptically for let there be silence, or keep silence. (interjection)
source: webster1913
noun (n)
the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking) (noun.state)
Example: There was a shocked silence.
He gestured for silence.
source: wordnet30
the absence of sound (noun.attribute)
Example: He needed silence in order to sleep.
source: wordnet30
a refusal to speak when expected (noun.attribute)
Example: His silence about my contribution was surprising.
source: wordnet30
the trait of keeping things secret (noun.attribute)
source: wordnet30
The state of being silent; entire absence of sound or noise; absolute stillness. (noun)
source: webster1913
verb (v)
cause to be quiet or not talk (verb.change)
Example: Please silence the children in the church!.
source: wordnet30
keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure (verb.change)
Example: All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power.
source: wordnet30
To compel to silence; to cause to be still; to still; to hush. (verb)
source: webster1913
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