sibilant consonant

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Definition Noun : A sibilant consonant is a speech sound characterized by a high-pitched, hissing, or hushing quality, produced by directing a stream of air with the tongue towards the sharp edge of the teeth or the alveolar ridge. Usage Sibilant consonants are a distinct class of fricative or affricate sounds. They are primarily used in speech to create specific acoustic cues essential for dis...