squealing

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of making a high-pitched, shrill sound, often due to excitement, fear, or pain.

  - "The puppy let out a joyful squealing when it saw its owner."
  - "The children's squealing filled the room as they played hide and seek."

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Synonyms

grass up , inform , snitch

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with squealing
squealing , healing , dealing , reeling

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Variants

List of all variants of squealing that leads to same result
squeal , squealed , squealer , squealers , squealing , squeals , squeal on , squealed on , squealing on , squeals on

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Forms

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squeals, squealed, squealing, squeals

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Old English word 'screolan' or 'screolian', meaning 'to scream'.

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Trivia

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1. Squealing is a common sound produced by pigs and some other animals, but it can also be produced by humans.

2. In some cultures, squealing is considered a sign of disrespect or rudeness.

3. Squealing is sometimes used as a form of communication between animals, such as warning each other of danger.

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Related Concepts

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1. screaming: A loud, high-pitched sound produced by the vocal cords, often in response to strong emotions or fear.

2. excitement: A state of heightened emotion and eagerness, often accompanied by physical reactions such as squealing.

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Culture

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Squealing is often associated with excitement, amusement, or fear. In literature, it is used to describe the reactions of characters in various situations. For example, in Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer', Tom and Huck make a pact to squeal when they see Aunt Polly coming, signifying their fear of getting into trouble. In music, squealing is used as a vocal technique, particularly in rock and heavy metal genres.

How to Memorize "squealing"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a piglet squealing in excitement or fear. Imagine the sound and the accompanying body language.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'squealing' with excitement, fear, or joy. Think of situations where you might hear someone squealing and what emotions they might be experiencing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym SQUEAL to remember the meaning of 'squealing': S - Sound, Q - Quick, U - Uncontrollable, E - Excited, A - Amusing, L - Loud.

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