silent auction

noun

Synonyms of silent auctionnext
: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

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The event, which cost $65 per person, includes a buffet, open bar, NCAA regional championship games on big screens, silent auction, games and raffles. Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026 McDonald Park will be lively all day with music, a silent auction of unique items, homemade cookies and local food trucks for lunch. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026 The evening features a silent auction, student achievement booths, live performances and dinner. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026 Enjoy round-robin play, beginner clinics, social matches, drawings, a silent auction, and great food and drinks. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silent auction

Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of silent auction was in 1866

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“Silent auction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silent%20auction. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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