bring under control by force or authority

a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise

short tube attached to the muzzle of a gun that deadens the sound of firing

a refusal to speak when expected

the absence of sound

the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)

silence (someone) by uttering `shush!'

become quiet or less intensive

silence or overwhelm by shouting

prevent from speaking out

become quiet or still; fall silent

become quiet or quieter