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DictionarywhizRushing movement and sound
noun / verb

whiz

Swift movement characterized by a rushing or buzzing sound.

A cyclist whizzes past the gate.

Etymology

Whiz imitates a rushing or buzzing sound. It extends from the sound itself to the rapid movement that produces it.

More examples

  • The arrow flew by with a sharp whiz.
  • Cars whizzed along the highway.
  • The hours seemed to whiz by during the party.

Forms

whiz · whizzes · whizzed · whizzing

Similar words

zip
Similarly suggests fast movement, without necessarily suggesting a sound.
whistle
Emphasizes a high-pitched sound rather than rushing movement.