squeal

Definitions


[skwiːl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a long, high-pitched cry or noise
(e.g: they drew up with a squeal of brakes)


Phrases:

Origin:
Middle English (as a verb): imitative. The noun dates from the mid 18th century


[skwiːl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- make a squeal
(e.g: the girls squealed with delight)

- inform on someone to the police or a person in authority
(e.g: she feared they would victimize her for squealing on their pals)


Phrases:

Origin:
Middle English (as a verb): imitative. The noun dates from the mid 18th century




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