verb
Meaning 1
creak; shriek; squeak
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, archaic, regional
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
skreak
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verb
Meaning 2
utter a harsh abrupt scream
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: squawk, screak, skreigh, screech
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: shout, shout out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler, hollo, squall
verb
Meaning 3
make a high-pitched, screeching noise
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- The door creaked when I opened it slowly
- My car engine makes a whining noise
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: whine, squeak, screech, creak, screak
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: make noise, resound, noise
History
Etymology
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