Dictionary
silent auction
noun
: an auction in which people write down their bids for the things being sold
Full Definition of SILENT AUCTION
: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand
See silent auction defined for English-language learners
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of SILENT AUCTION
1952
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: silent barterPrevious Word in the Dictionary: silent areaAll Words Near: silent auction
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up silent auction? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).