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Meaning of the word honk in English

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honk

US /hɑːŋk/
UK /hɑːŋk/
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Verb

1.

make a loud, harsh noise

Example:
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The geese began to honk loudly as we approached.
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He had to honk his horn to warn the other driver.
Synonym:
tootblarehootquacksquawk

Noun

1.

a loud, harsh sound, typically that of a car horn or a goose

Example:
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We heard the loud honk of a truck's horn.
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The goose let out a series of angry honks.
Synonym:
tootblarehootquacksquawk
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