Squealing: meaning, definitions and examples
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squealing
[ หskwiหlษชล ]
sound-making
Squealing refers to a high-pitched sound characterized by a sudden, sharp noise that resembles a squeak or scream. It is commonly associated with animals, particularly pigs, but can also describe the sound made by humans in moments of excitement or discomfort. The term can also connote a sense of urgency or distress, often indicating that something is amiss. In informal contexts, to squeal can mean to reveal secrets or betray someone, often in an exaggerated or dramatic manner.
Synonyms
howl, scream, shriek, squeak, yelp.
Examples of usage
- The brakes on the car were squealing loudly.
- She let out a squeal of delight when she saw the puppy.
- The pig began squealing as it was being led away.
- He squealed with joy when he received the news.
- The children were squealing excitedly on the playground.
Translations
Translations of the word "squealing" in other languages:
๐ต๐น grito
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคฒเฅเคฒเคพเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช quieken
๐ฎ๐ฉ teriakan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒะธัะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ piszczenie
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใใใ
๐ซ๐ท couinement
๐ช๐ธ chirriar
๐น๐ท cฤฑzฤฑrdama
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ผฌ๋ผ์ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุตุฑุงุฎ
๐จ๐ฟ skลรญpรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ skrik
๐จ๐ณ ๅฐๅซ
๐ธ๐ฎ cvrฤanje
๐ฎ๐ธ รถskra
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะธาัะปะดะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qฤฑลqฤฑrฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ chillido
Etymology
The term 'squeal' originates from the Old English word 'cwฤl', which means to cry or make a sound. The sound associated with squealing is often linked to small animals, especially pigs, which are known for their high-pitched vocalizations. Over time, the word evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including sudden high-pitched sounds made by humans, often in moments of excitement or distress. In the mid-20th century, 'squealing' took on additional connotations in informal slang to describe the act of informing on someone or betraying a friend, especially in criminal contexts. This evolution reflects the versatility of the term in capturing a wide spectrum of sound-related experiences, both animal and human. The usage of squealing continues to persist in both literal and metaphorical interpretations across various forms of communication.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,148, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 26145 unreasonableness
- 26146 swiped
- 26147 glorifying
- 26148 squealing
- 26149 undeserving
- 26150 jeweller
- 26151 procaine
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