Uk English Meaning of hiss

hiss

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Definitions and Meaning of hiss in English

Wordnet

hiss (n)

a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)

a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

Wordnet

hiss (v)

make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval

move with a whooshing sound

express or utter with a hiss

show displeasure, as after a performance or speech

Webster

hiss (v. i.)

To make with the mouth a prolonged sound like that of the letter s, by driving the breath between the tongue and the teeth; to make with the mouth a sound like that made by a goose or a snake when angered; esp., to make such a sound as an expression of hatred, passion, or disapproval.

To make a similar noise by any means; to pass with a sibilant sound; as, the arrow hissed as it flew.

Webster

hiss (v. t.)

To condemn or express contempt for by hissing.

To utter with a hissing sound.

Webster

hiss (n.)

A prolonged sound like that letter s, made by forcing out the breath between the tongue and teeth, esp. as a token of disapprobation or contempt.

Any sound resembling that above described

The noise made by a serpent.

The note of a goose when irritated.

The noise made by steam escaping through a narrow orifice, or by water falling on a hot stove.

FAQs About the word hiss

hiss

a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval), a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt, make a sharp hissing sound, as if to sho

whistle,whizz,zip,fiz,sizzle,swish,swoosh,whizz-kid,whoosh,Sibilance

applause,cheering,clapping

hispidulous => hairy, hispid pocket mouse => Hispid pocket mouse, hispid => hispid, hispaniolan => Hispaniolan, hispaniola => Hispaniola,