Suppressor

usgb/səˈpresər/
noun

A device used to reduce noise, heat, or other unwanted effects.

He attached a suppressor to his rifle to muffle the sound of the gunfire.
Visual representation of "suppressor" - A device used to reduce noise, heat, or other unwanted effects.

Often appears as...

  • attach a suppressor
  • use a suppressor
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Quiet Operation

A suppressor is often used to make activities like shooting quieter for stealth or hearing protection.

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During the night hunt, he used a suppressor to avoid startling the wildlife.
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Not Silent

'Suppressor' suggests reduction, not complete elimination, of sound or other effects.

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Despite the suppressor, a faint sound from the firearm could still be heard.
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Action Genre

Suppressors are commonly featured in spy movies for their quieting effect.

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The secret agent attached a suppressor to his weapon before infiltrating the enemy base.
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