Honk
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verb
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noun
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(As a verb)
Honk ( verb )
- To make a loud, sharp noise, typically with a horn or the voice.
- To express disapproval or impatience, typically by honking a car horn.
Origin:
The word "honk" originated in the early 20th century, likely from the onomatopoeic sound made by geese and other birds.
Examples:
- The truck driver honked his horn repeatedly to warn us of his approach.
- She honked at the car in front of her to move out of the way.
- The geese honked loudly as they flew overhead.
- He honked in frustration when the traffic didn't move.
- I honked my horn to say hello to a friend.
(As a noun)
Honk ( noun )
- To make a loud, sharp noise, typically with a horn or the voice.
- To express disapproval or impatience, typically by honking a car horn.
Origin:
The word "honk" originated in the early 20th century, likely from the onomatopoeic sound made by geese and other birds.
Examples:
- The truck driver honked his horn repeatedly to warn us of his approach.
- She honked at the car in front of her to move out of the way.
- The geese honked loudly as they flew overhead.
- He honked in frustration when the traffic didn't move.
- I honked my horn to say hello to a friend.