cone of silence

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Etymology

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Noun

cone of silence (plural cones of silence)

  1. (radio) A hypothetical device or instrument which prevents eavesdropping on a private conversation.
  2. (communication) An order or directive which prohibits verbal communication about a particular subject.

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