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hiss vs let loose

let loose vs hiss

hiss is a noun but let loose is not a noun.

hiss and let loose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hiss Yes No Yes No
let loose No No Yes No
As verbs, let loose is a hypernym of hiss; that is, let loose is a word with a broader meaning than hiss:
  • hiss: make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval
  • let loose: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of hiss include emit, let out, utter.
hiss (noun) let loose (noun)
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
hiss (verb) let loose (verb)
make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
express or utter with a hiss turn loose or free from restraint
show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
move with a whooshing sound
Difference between hiss and let loose

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