Meaning of the word hiss in English

What does hiss mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hiss

US /hɪs/

UK /hɪs/

make a sharp, sibilant sound as of the letter s

Example:

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The snake began to hiss.

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The steam escaped with a loud hiss.

Synonym:

fizz sizzle whistle

express disapproval or contempt by making a hiss

Example:

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The audience began to hiss at the poor performance.

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She hissed a warning at him.

Synonym:

boo catcall jeer

a sharp, sibilant sound, like that of the letter s

Example:

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We heard the hiss of the escaping gas.

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The snake gave a warning hiss.

Synonym:

fizz sizzle whistle