hissing Definition
making a sharp sibilant sound like 's' or 'sh'.
Using hissing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hissing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hissing of the snake made me freeze.
Example
The hissing of the steam from the kettle was loud.
Example
The hissing of the tires on the wet road was deafening.
hissing Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hissing
- sibilant
- whistling
- whispering
- sissing
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Summary: hissing in Brief
The term 'hissing' [ˈhɪsɪŋ] describes a sharp, sibilant sound like 's' or 'sh'. It is often used to describe the sound of snakes, steam, or tires on a wet road.
