English Dictionary

silence

/ˈsaɪl(ə)ns/

noun

The absence of any sound. / The act of refraining from speaking. / Form of meditative worship practiced by the Society of Friends (Quakers); meeting for worship.

The silence in the room was deafening.

意味（1）

The absence of any sound.

When the motor stopped, the silence was almost deafening.

意味（2）

The act of refraining from speaking.

You have the right to silence, said the police officer.

意味（3）

Form of meditative worship practiced by the Society of Friends (Quakers); meeting for worship.

During silence a message came to me that there was that of God in every person.