silent auction

noun

: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

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And tickets are available on the Vantage Point High School Facebook page for a fundraiser gala Sept. 12 at Society 57 in Aurora featuring a dinner, raffle, silent auction and interactive stations. Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2025 The event features deluxe buffet, cash bar, silent auction and a performance by singer and TV host Sisaundra Lewis. Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 July 2025 The day includes a silent auction, food and beverages, and live music. Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 22 July 2025 View and buy art, silent auction, light bites, music and more. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for silent auction

Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

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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 31 Jul. 2025.

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