An imaginary zone from which sound or discussion can't escape. The cone of silence is used to keep something quiet or private. Most often applied to spoken communication, but can also apply to writing or email.

From a running gag on the TV show "Get Smart" in which a plexiglass device would lower from the ceiling and cover the heads of two speakers, so that their conversation couldn't be spied upon. The cone of silence rarely worked correctly on TV, and usually isn't much better in real life.

the silence in a conversation when all other parties feel that someone else should be talking, yet no one does. Usually happens directly after a weird comment is made or between two partners on a date.

A somewhat deranged, black-humor tinged solution to successfully silence yappy neighborhood dogs who bark at every sound.

The erection an officer of the law experiences as he is stacking up behind other officers before making a forced entry into a private dwelling.

When someone dosen't return phone calls or text messages. Most commonly used when trying to develop a relationship with someone.

An underground backpack rapper/ beat maker who is very prominent on soundcloud

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