whid
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /wɪd/
KK: /hwid/
noun
Definition
A quick and quiet movement, often made by small animals.
Example
The rabbit made a whid as it darted through the bushes.
Conversation
Did you hear that whid in the bushes earlier?
Yeah, I thought it might be a rabbit or something.
It was so quick and quiet, I almost missed it.
I love when we get to see small animals like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
swoosh
glide
swish
Antonyms
stagnation
stillness
halt
verb
Definition
To move quickly and quietly, often in a way that is not easily noticed.
Example
The rabbit whid through the bushes, trying to avoid being seen.
Tense Forms
Past: whid
Past Participle: whid
Conversation
Did you see that rabbit whid by the bushes earlier?
No, I missed it! They can be so quick.
Yeah, it was really surprising how fast it could whid away.
Root Explanation
The word 'whid' originates from Old English 'hwid', meaning to move quickly or to glide. It describes a swift motion or a light, quick movement.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for quick movement — that's why 'whid' means to move swiftly.
Visually Confused Words
wid
whited