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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hissing

/hɪsɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does hissing mean?

verb

The act of making a sharp, high-pitched sound, typically by forcing air through the teeth or by the sudden release of air from the lungs. A hissing sound is often associated with steam escaping or a snake's warning.

Example

"The pipe began to hiss loudly as the water inside it started to boil."

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