(transitive) To render silken or silklike.

(cricket) A fielding position, on the off side, square of the batsman's wicket, and very near the batsman; a fielder in this position.

(cricket) a fielding position, on the off side, forward of the batsman's wicket, and very near the batsman; a fielder in this position

(cricket) a fielding position, on the leg side, forward of the batsman's wicket, and very near the batsman; a fielder in this position

(idiomatic) A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.

Any of various caterpillars of moths that produce silk cocoons, especially Bombyx mori, the source of most commercial silk.

A variety of synthetic polymeric silicones having physical properties similar to natural rubber but increased chemical stability

Alternative spelling of silicone rubber

(slang) The porn industry of San Fernando Valley. / Misspelling of Silicon Valley.

(informal) Originally, the region of the San Francisco Bay Area in which there are a high number of industries producing silicon chips; later extended to mean the entire concentration of high-tech businesses in this area.