1. The act of making someone or something silent; suppressing sound or speech
The silencing of the protesters was controversial.
O silenciamento dos manifestantes foi controverso.
2. Suppressing or preventing someone from speaking or expressing opinions
The government was accused of silencing critics.
O governo foi acusado de silenciar críticos.
3. In biology/genetics, the process of preventing gene expression
Gene silencing is used in medical research.
O silenciamento gênico é usado em pesquisa médica.