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HISS

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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Hiss.

How to pronounce hiss:

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Hiss - as a noun

A fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)

Example: "The performers could not be heard over the hissing of the audience"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fizzle27hissing11hushing14sibilation12

A cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bird7boo5bronx cheerhoot7raspberry16razz22razzing26snort5

Hiss - as a verb

Make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sibilate10siss4sizz

Move with a whooshing sound

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
whoosh15

Express or utter with a hiss

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sibilate10siss4sizz

Show displeasure, as after a performance or speech

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boo5

Example Sentences

"The hiss of the snake made me jump."
"The sound of the steam hiss from the kettle."
"I could hear a hiss coming from the radiator."
"The sudden hiss of the punctured tire startled us."
"The angry cat let out a hiss and arched its back."
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Word Game Points

Is HISS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hiss is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HISS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is HISS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hiss is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HISS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is HISS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hiss is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HISS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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