Associations to the word «Squeal»
Noun
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Wiktionary
SQUEAL, noun. A high-pitched sound, as a scream of a child, or noisy worn-down brake pads.
SQUEAL, verb. To scream by making a shrill, prolonged sound.
SQUEAL, verb. To give sensitive information about someone to a third party; to rat on someone.
SQUEAL LIKE A STUCK PIG, verb. (simile) To utter loud, high-pitched squeals.
Dictionary definition
SQUEAL, noun. A high-pitched howl.
SQUEAL, verb. Utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs.
SQUEAL, verb. Confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure.
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