stage whisper stage whisper {n. phr.} A loud whisper intended to reach other ears than those of the person(s) addressed. Some jokes should be told in a stage whisper. Categories: add yours {n. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: S Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Comment on this entry