Silent Sam

Etymology
From +. From ante 1920.

Noun

 * 1)  A person who seldom or never speaks; a taciturn or unresponsive individual.
 * 2)  A machine, device, etc. which operates without making noticeable sound.
 * 3)  A mixed alcoholic beverage, usually containing vodka, a cola soft drink, and other ingredients.
 * 1)  A machine, device, etc. which operates without making noticeable sound.
 * 2)  A mixed alcoholic beverage, usually containing vodka, a cola soft drink, and other ingredients.
 * 1)  A machine, device, etc. which operates without making noticeable sound.
 * 2)  A mixed alcoholic beverage, usually containing vodka, a cola soft drink, and other ingredients.
 * 1)  A mixed alcoholic beverage, usually containing vodka, a cola soft drink, and other ingredients.
 * 1)  A mixed alcoholic beverage, usually containing vodka, a cola soft drink, and other ingredients.

Usage notes

 * Usage was popularized by the wordless Silent Sam comic strip, created by Oscar Jacobsson in 1920. However, there were earlier usages, especially as a nickname for sports celebrities.

Translations

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