KJV dictionary & concordance
Sense 1: A sharp sibilant sound, often expressing contempt, scorn, or astonishment. Sense 2: As a verb, to make such a sound.
Definition sources
First occurrence: 1 Kings 9:8
Complete exact-word concordance
I will hiss for them, and gather them; for I have redeemed them: and they shall increase as they have increased.
I will hisse for them and gather them, for I haue redeemed them: and they shall increase as they haue increased.
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Historical English dictionary sources
To condemn or express contempt by hissing; to procure hisses or disgrace.
An expression of contempt or disapproval made by hissing.
