Honking: meaning, definitions and examples

sound made

Honking refers to the act of producing a loud sound, typically associated with vehicles, such as cars or trucks. It is often used as a warning signal or to get someone's attention. The sound is made by pressing a horn or equivalent device that emits a high-pitched noise. Honking can also be seen in contexts involving geese, as they produce a similar sound. The term is colloquially associated with aggressive driving or impatience.

blare, blast, toot

Examples of usage

• The driver started honking when the light turned green.

• Geese were honking loudly near the lake.

• He honked his horn to signal that he had arrived.

• Honking can be annoying during rush hour traffic.