1. struck with a gavel to call for order or attention
2. brought to an end or conclusion by striking a gavel

Examples

• The judge gaveled the courtroom to silence.
• She gaveled the meeting to order at 3 PM.
• The auctioneer gaveled the final bid.
• The chairman gaveled the session closed.
• He gaveled three times before anyone paid attention.
• The speaker gaveled for quiet during the debate.