noun
hissing
HIH-sihng
Hissing (noun) means a hissing sound. Example: “A faint hissing came from the old radio.”
noun
1
A hissing sound.
"A faint hissing came from the old radio."
adj
1
Making or accompanied by a hiss.
"A hissing kettle signaled the water was ready."
How to use hissing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe noun or adjective form of "hiss," describing that sharp sustained sound.
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Word forms
- Plural
- hissings
- Comparative
- more hissing
- Superlative
- most hissing
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What does “hissing” mean?
The word “hissing” means a hissing sound. In plain terms, the noun or adjective form of "hiss," describing that sharp sustained sound.
How do you pronounce “hissing”?
“Hissing” is pronounced HIH-sihng (/ˈhɪsɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hissing” in a sentence?
Here is “hissing” used in a sentence: “A faint hissing came from the old radio.”
What part of speech is “hissing”?
Depending on how it is used, “hissing” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “hissing” have?
“Hissing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hissing sound.
