hiss

Definitions

1. 1intransitive verb

   To make with the mouth a prolonged sound like that of the letter s, by driving the breath between the tongue and the teeth; to make with the mouth a sound like that made by a goose or a snake when angered; esp., to make such a sound as an expression of hatred, passion, or disapproval.

2. 2intransitive verb

   To make a similar noise by any means; to pass with a sibilant sound; as, the arrow hissed as it flew.

3. 3transitive verb

   To condemn or express contempt for by hissing.

4. 4transitive verb

   To utter with a hissing sound.

5. 5noun

   A prolonged sound like that letter s, made by forcing out the breath between the tongue and teeth, esp. as a token of disapprobation or contempt.

6. 6noun

   Any sound resembling that above described

7. 7noun

   The noise made by a serpent.

8. 8noun

   The note of a goose when irritated.

9. 9noun

   The noise made by steam escaping through a narrow orifice, or by water falling on a hot stove.

10. 10noun

    a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

    Synonyms

    birdboohootraspberryrazzrazzingsnort
11. 11noun

    a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)

    "the performers could not be heard over the hissing of the audience"

    Synonyms

    fizzlehissinghushingsibilation
12. 12verb

    show displeasure, as after a performance or speech

    Synonyms

    boo
13. 13verb

    make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval

    Synonyms

    sibilatesisssizz
14. 14verb

    express or utter with a hiss

    Synonyms

    sibilatesisssizz
15. 15verb

    move with a whooshing sound

    Synonyms

    whoosh