Whiz — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Whiz
Whiz (verb)
- to hum, whir, or hiss like a speeding object (such as an arrow or ball) passing through air
- to fly or move swiftly especially with a whiz
- to cause to whiz; especially, to rotate very rapidly
Whiz (noun)
- a hissing, buzzing, or whirring sound
- a movement or passage of something accompanied by a whizzing sound
- an act of urinating —used especially in the phrase take a whiz
- wizard
Word Forms of Whiz
Origin & Etymology of Whiz
imitative
First known use: 1582i
Words & Phrases Containing Whiz
Frequently Asked Questions about Whiz
What does "Whiz" mean?
"Whiz" means to hum, whir, or hiss like a speeding object (such as an arrow or ball) passing through air. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to hum, whir, or hiss like a speeding object (such as an arrow or ball) passing through air. It has 7 distinct senses.
Is "Whiz" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Whiz" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Whiz"?
"Whiz" is pronounced /ˈ(h)wiz/.
What is the origin of the word "Whiz"?
"Whiz" comes from imitative. First known use: 1582i.
What does "Whiz" mean as a verb?
As a verb, "Whiz" means: to hum, whir, or hiss like a speeding object (such as an arrow or ball) passing through air; to fly or move swiftly especially with a whiz; to cause to whiz; especially, to rotate very rapidly.
What does "Whiz" mean as a noun?
As a noun, "Whiz" means: a hissing, buzzing, or whirring sound; a movement or passage of something accompanied by a whizzing sound; an act of urinating —used especially in the phrase take a whiz.
What are the forms of "Whiz"?
The word forms of "Whiz" include whizzed, whizzing and whizzes.