Hiss
Pronunciation: /ˈhɪs/
Hiss (verb)
- to make a long 's' sound, like a snake or escaping air.
- to make a noise to show dislike or disapproval, often in a crowd.
Examples
- The cat began to hiss when it saw the dog.
- Steam hissed from the kettle as it boiled.
Common collocations: hiss loudly, hiss softly, hiss in disapproval, hiss angrily, soft hiss
Hiss (noun)
- a long 's' sound made by a snake or escaping air.
- a noise made to show dislike or disapproval, often by a group.
Examples
- The hiss of the snake was a warning.
- A soft hiss came from the radiator.