silent-but-violent

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Meaning · English

A fart that is very quiet but has a very potent smell.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I was lucky enough to get six free crates of beans every week. Before I could cut loose with one of my silent-but-violents, I heard the high-pitched ring of Mr. Windybottom's mobile phone.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “silent-but-violent” mean?

A fart that is very quiet but has a very potent smell.

Is “silent-but-violent” formal or informal?

silent-but-violent is generally slang.