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siss
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siss, v. i. [Of imitative origin; cf. D. sissen, G. zischen.].
To make a hissing sound; as, a flatiron hot enough to siss when touched with a wet finger. [1913 Webster]
siss, n.
A hissing noise. [1913 Webster]
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