hiss — KJV Dictionary & Concordance

COMBINED MEANING

Meaning of hiss

A sharp sibilant sound, often expressing contempt, scorn, or astonishment; as a verb, to make such a sound.

Reviewed KJV-relevant meaning

Meaning drawn from:

Webster 1828

WORD FAMILY

Root: hiss

A sharp sibilant sound, often expressing contempt, scorn, or astonishment.

HISTORICAL DEFINITIONS

To condemn or express contempt by hissing; to procure hisses or disgrace.

volume 1, leaf 911, column 1 (main_dictionary)

An expression of contempt or disapproval made by hissing.

volume 1, leaf 911, column 1 (main_dictionary)

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