As a firearms expert with extensive knowledge in the field, I can explain the difference between a silencer and a suppressor.

In the United States, the terms "silencer" and "suppressor" are often used interchangeably, but technically, a suppressor is the correct term. A suppressor is a device that is attached to the barrel of a firearm to reduce the noise and muzzle flash generated by the firing of the weapon. It works by providing a space for the propellant gases to expand and cool before they exit the barrel, which in turn reduces the noise and flash.

The term "silencer" is a bit of a misnomer because no device can completely silence a gunshot. While a suppressor can significantly reduce the noise level, it cannot eliminate it entirely. Suppressors are also regulated under the National Firearms Act in the U.S., which means they are subject to a strict registration process and additional tax.

To sum up, a suppressor is the accurate term for the device that reduces the noise and flash of a firearm, and "silencer" is an incorrect term that is often used by the public.

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As noted, there is no difference. The term silencer is the more familiar term for the firearms noise reduction device technically called a suppressor. In fact, you can often tell if someone is knowledgeable about firearms by which of those terms that they use.read more >>