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squeal
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- pronunciation:
- skwil
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a fairly long, loud, shrill sound or cry.
The squeal of tires startled me.- similar words:
- scream, shriek
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| related words: |
bawl, cry, yelp, yowl |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
squeals, squealing, squealed |
| definition 1: |
to let out a squeal.
The children squealed with delight on the swings.- similar words:
- scream
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| definition 2: |
to say with a squeal.
My sister squealed the news that she was pregnant. |
| related words: |
bawl, cry, inform, shriek, whine, yelp, yowl |
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| derivation: |
squealer (n.) |
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