squeal
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B2
/skwiːl/
high-pitched cry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'squeal' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'squelen,' where 'squel-' meant 'to cry out.'
Historical Evolution
'squelen' transformed into the modern English word 'squeal.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cry out,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a long, high-pitched cry or noise.
The squeal of the brakes was deafening.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to make a long, high-pitched cry or noise.
The piglet squealed when it was picked up.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40