hiss
Pronunciation:
/hɪs/noun
Definitions
A sibilant sound, such as that made by a snake or escaping steam; an unvoiced fricative.
An expression of disapproval made using such a sound.
verb
Definitions
To make a hissing sound.
Example: As I started to poke it, the snake hissed at me.
To condemn or express contempt (for someone or something) by hissing.
Example: The crowd booed and hissed her off the stage.
To utter (something) with a hissing sound.
To move with a hissing sound.
Example: The arrow hissed through the air.