shrilling
|shril/ling|
B2
/ˈʃrɪlɪŋ/
(shrill)
high-pitched sound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shrill' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'shrille', where 'shrill' meant 'high-pitched'.
Historical Evolution
'shrille' transformed into the modern English word 'shrill'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'high-pitched', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'shrill'.
The alarm was shrilling loudly in the distance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 12:08