# hissing

Pronunciation: US say "HISS-ing" /ˈhɪsɪŋ/; UK

## Noun

1. The continuous 's'-like sound made by escaping air or steam, a snake, or a disapproving crowd.
   - Simple: The sharp 's' sound made by air, steam, or an angry animal.
   - _A steady hissing came from the cracked steam pipe in the basement._
   - _The hissing from the back rows grew louder as the speaker stumbled._

## Adjective

2. Producing a hiss, or accompanied by one: a sharp, sustained 's'-like sound.
   - Simple: Making a sharp 's' sound, like steam or an angry cat.
   - _The hissing radiator kept everyone awake through the night._
   - _She edged carefully past the hissing goose blocking the path._

## Verb

3. Present participle of hiss. — present participle and gerund of hiss
   - Simple: Present participle of hiss. Use this -ing form for something happening right now.
   - _The snakes were hissing in the tall, dry grass._
   - _The crowd kept hissing at the referee after the missed call._

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