Meaning of sibilant in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈsɪbələnt/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    sibilant

    Definitions

    1. of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as `f', `s', `z', or `th' in both `thin' and `then')

    Synonyms

  2. Noun

    sibilant

    Definitions

    1. a consonant characterized by a hissing sound (like s or sh)

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