wirr

/wɜr/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a hissing or whirring sound, often of a bird or insect

“The cicada started to wirr as the sun set.”

2. noun

a high-pitched hissing or whirring sound, often of a bird or insect

“The wirr of the cicada filled the evening air.”

3. interjection

expressing excitement or surprise, often in imitation of a high-pitched hissing or whirring sound

“Wirr! What a beautiful sunset!”

Synonyms

  • buzz
  • hiss
  • whir

Antonyms

  • silence
  • stillness