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to hiss
01
to make a sharp, prolonged sound, usually produced by forcing air through the mouth when expressing disapproval, anger, or fear
02
express or utter with a hiss
03
show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
04
move with a whooshing sound
Hiss
01
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
02
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Example
The angry person hissed their disapproval through gritted teeth.
In the quiet night, the snake hissed menacingly in the grass.
The irritated teacher hissed a reprimand to the misbehaving students.
The cat hissed at the approaching stranger, warning them to stay away.
The cat hissed angrily when a stranger approached its territory.
