What is the meaning of Hideous?

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(a.) Hateful; shocking.
(a.) Frightful, shocking or offensive to the eyes; dreadful to behold; as, a hideous monster; hideous looks.
(a.) Distressing or offensive to the ear; exciting terror or dismay; as, a hideous noise.

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