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.