Hissing and Purr

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Hissing noun - A fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval).

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Purr and hissing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Purr" instead a noun "Hissing".

Nearby Words: hiss, hissed

Purr noun - A monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion.

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Hissing and purr are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hissing" instead a noun "Purr".

Nearby Words: purring, purred

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