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silencer

UK
/ˈsaɪlənsə/
US
/ˈsaɪlənsər/

Translations

silencernoun
silencers
pl
UK
/ˈsaɪlənsə/
US
/ˈsaɪlənsər/
The mechanic installed a new silencer on the car's exhaust system.
Механик установил новый глушитель на выхлопную систему автомобиля.
The spy used a silencer on his pistol to avoid detection.
Шпион использовал подавитель на своем пистолете, чтобы избежать обнаружения.
Additional translations
приглушитель
заглушка
Synonyms
suppressor
soundproofing device
noise reducer
muffler
silenceradjective
UK
/ˈsaɪ.lən.sə/
US
/ˈsaɪ.lən.sɚ/
Used attributively to describe items or matters relating to a firearm or exhaust silencer.

Definitions

silencernoun
A device attached to the muzzle of a firearm to reduce the noise and flash generated by firing.
The hunter attached a silencer to his rifle to avoid startling the wildlife.
A device used in an exhaust system to reduce noise, commonly found in vehicles.
The mechanic recommended replacing the car's silencer to reduce the engine noise.
A person who silences or seeks to silence others; one who suppresses speech or expression.
The regime employed silencers to intimidate journalists.
silenceradjective
Relating to or designed for a silencer; intended to reduce noise.
Silencer regulations vary from state to state.
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