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sibilatory

/sɪbɪlˈeɪtəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does sibilatory mean?

adjective

Relating to or characterized by hissing or sibilant sounds; having a tendency to produce or be accompanied by hissing or sibilant sounds.

Example

"The sibilatory quality of the wind through the reeds created an eerie atmosphere."

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