Definitions
1.NounThe absence of any sound."When the motor stopped, the silence was almost deafening.; deadly silence; in silence; total silence"
2.NounThe act of refraining from speaking.""You have the right to silence," said the police officer."
3.NounRefraining from speaking, for purposes of prayer or meditation; especially, a form of worship practiced by the Society of Friends (Quakers) during meetings."During silence a message came to me that there was that of God in every person."
4.VerbTo make (someone or something) silent."Can you silence the crowd, so we can start the show?"
5.VerbTo repress the expression of something."Women, as well as children, have their thoughts or emotions routinely silenced."
6.VerbTo suppress criticism, etc."Silence the critics.; Silence the doubters."
7.VerbTo block gene expression.
8.VerbTo murder.
9.InterjectionBe silent."Silence! Enough of your insolence!"