A period of silence for quiet meditation, prayer or reflection.

(genetics) Any technique or mechanism by which the expression of a gene is prevented.

present participle of silence

The act by which something is silenced. / (genetics) The prevention of the expression of a gene

plural of silence

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of silence

Peace and quiet have great value. / Often the best choice is to say nothing.

plural of silencer

(chemistry) a molecule containing a silicon atom which forms a double bond / (organic chemistry) an organosilene, a molecule containing a silicon atom doubly bonded to a carbon atom

plural of silene