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to hiss
01
to make a sharp, prolonged sound, usually produced by forcing air through the mouth
Intransitive
Examples
The cat hissed at the approaching stranger, warning them to stay away.
In the quiet night, the snake hissed menacingly in the grass.
02
to produce a sharp, sibilant sound to express disapproval, contempt, or mockery
Intransitive
Examples
The crowd began to hiss when the referee made a questionable call.
She could n’t help but hiss in disapproval at the rude comment.
03
to show disapproval or contempt for someone by making a hissing sound directed at them
Transitive: to hiss sb
Examples
The audience began to hiss the actor off the stage after a poor performance.
The fans hissed the referee after he made a questionable call during the game.
04
to move while producing a sharp, sibilant sound
Intransitive
Examples
The train hissed by, its brakes releasing air with a sharp sound.
The wind hissed through the trees, creating an eerie atmosphere.
Hiss
01
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
02
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
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