Meaning
To make a long, very high cry, like a pig or an excited child.
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Word origin
From Middle English squelen, a word made to copy the high sound itself.
- Origin
- Middle English
- Root
- squelen
Grammar
Examples
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Pigs are the animal most famous for squealing.
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People can squeal from joy as well as from fear.
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Machines like car tyres can also squeal.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 11: squeal, soil, baker and 7 more words.