Meaning & Definition of Honk in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To produce a honking sound, typically using a vehicle's horn.

  Example Sentence: He honked the horn to get the driver's attention.

• Definition: A loud sound made by a goose or similar bird.

  Example Sentence: The geese honked loudly as they flew overhead.

• Definition: To cheat or deceive, as in a sport.

  Example Sentence: The pitcher honked on the last strike.

Etymology

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

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• honk for attention: To sound a horn to draw someone's focus.
• honk and wave: To sound a horn and gesture, often in greeting.

Translations

• Spanish: bocina

• French: klaxon

• German: hupen

• Russian: гудок

Related Words

• horn: A device that produces a loud sound.

• toot: To make a short, sharp sound with a horn.

Slang Meanings of honk

• 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!