Meaning & Definition of word "Honk"

Honk

/hɒŋk/

1. the sound made by a horn, especially of a vehicle.
- Example: I heard a honk outside as the car drove by.
2. the sound made by a goose.
- Example: The honk of the geese could be heard all around the pond.

1. to make a loud, harsh sound, usually associated with the noise made by a horn or a goose.
- Example: She honked the car's horn to warn the pedestrian.
2. to emit a sound like that of a goose.
- Example: The goose honked loudly as it waddled across the road.

Origin unknown; possibly imitative of the sound made by honking.

honk for attention:

To sound a horn to draw someone's focus.

honk and wave:

To sound a horn and gesture, often in greeting.

horn:

A device that produces a loud sound.

toot:

To make a short, sharp sound with a horn.

Meaning: To steal or take something without permission.

Example Sentence: He totally honked my idea for his project.

Meaning: To honk like a goose, used humorously.

Example Sentence: Stop honking; it's not that funny!