Meaning of the word hissing in English
What does hissing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hissing
US /ˈhɪsɪŋ/
UK /ˈhɪsɪŋ/
Noun
a sound like that of a prolonged 's' produced by air or gas escaping, or by a snake or other animal
Example:
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The snake made a loud hissing sound.
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We heard the hissing of the steam from the radiator.
Adjective
making a sound like a prolonged 's'
Example:
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The angry cat let out a loud hissing growl.
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A hissing sound came from the old pipes.
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