shrieking
|shriek/ing|
B2
/ˈʃriːkɪŋ/
(shriek)
loud, piercing cry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shriek' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'shreken', where 'shrek' meant 'to cry out'.
Historical Evolution
'shreken' transformed into the modern English word 'shriek'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cry out loudly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
making a high-pitched, piercing sound or cry.
The child was shrieking with laughter.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'shriek'.
The alarm was shrieking loudly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 11:54