Pronunciation: /hɑŋk/
noun a loud, harsh sound made by a horn or automobile
A1 I heard a loud honk from the car behind me.
A2 The honk of the horn startled me as I crossed the street.
B1 The honk of the geese flying overhead filled the air.
B2 The honk of the ship's horn echoed across the harbor.
C1 The honk of the taxi cab alerted us to its presence on the busy street.
C2 The honk of the rally cars added to the excitement of the race.
verb to make a loud, harsh sound with a horn or automobile
A1 The goose honked loudly at the park.
A2 The car honked to warn the pedestrians crossing the street.
B1 The bus driver honked the horn to signal that it was time to leave.
B2 The ship's captain honked the ship's horn as a greeting to the neighboring vessel.
C1 The orchestra conductor honked the horn section to play louder during the performance.
C2 The politician's motorcade honked through the streets as they made their way to the rally.
formal The driver honked his horn to alert the pedestrians of his presence.
informal I always honk at my friends when I drive by their house.
slang Stop honking at me, I heard you the first time!
figurative Her words seemed to honk loudly in the quiet room, drawing everyone's attention.
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