Definition

A person or thing that makes a hissing sound.

Example

The snake is a hisser, warning us to stay away.

Conversation

Did you hear that weird noise from the garden?

Yeah, it sounded like a little hisser or something.

I wonder what kind of animal it is making that sound.

Maybe we should check it out — it could be interesting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'hisser' is derived from 'hiss' (of imitative origin, representing the sound made) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who performs an action). Therefore, 'hisser' refers to a person who makes a hissing sound.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes a 'hissing' sound — that's what a 'hisser' does, and the '-er' just means a person who performs that action.

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