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1. sibilant

adjective. of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as f',s', z', orth' in both thin' andthen').

Etymology

  • sibilant (English)
  • sibilans (Latin)

2. sibilant

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

Etymology

  • sibilant (English)
  • sibilans (Latin)
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