Hiss Flashcards

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“Hiss” can have several meanings depending on the context:

Sound: A sharp, sibilant sound, like the noise made by a snake or escaping steam. For example, “The snake hissed as it slithered away”1.
Disapproval: A sound made to express disapproval or contempt, often heard in audiences. For example, “The audience hissed when the performer forgot their lines”1.
Electrical Interference: A type of noise heard in audio equipment, often described as a background hiss1.

Example sentence
He hissed to me like a snake

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