honk

[hɒŋk]

honk Definition

• 1. to make a loud noise with a car horn
• 2. the sound made by a car horn

Using honk: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "honk" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The driver behind me honked his horn impatiently.

• Example

  I heard a honk and turned to see my friend's car.

• Example

  He gave a loud honk to get the pedestrians' attention.

honk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for honk

• toot
• sound
• beep
• blast

Phrases with honk

• honk off

  an impolite way of telling someone to go away or leave

  Example

  I wish those noisy neighbors would just honk off.

• honk if you love...

  a phrase often seen on bumper stickers, encouraging drivers to honk their horns if they support a particular cause or group

  Example

  The car in front of me had a bumper sticker that said 'Honk if you love cats.'

• give a honk

  to sound one's car horn

  Example

  If you're ready to go, just give a honk and I'll come out.

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Summary: honk in Brief

'Honk' [hɒŋk] is a verb and noun that refers to the loud noise made by a car horn or the act of making such a noise. It can be used to signal impatience, get someone's attention, or show support for a cause. Common phrases include 'honk off,' 'honk if you love...,' and 'give a honk.'