squeal

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Synonyms: squeak, queal, squeel, squeam

Antonyms: squeak, queal, squeel, squeam

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Noun

1. A [[high-pitched]] [[sound]], such as the scream of a child or a female person, or noisy worn-down brake pads.
2. The cry of a [[pig]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|ambitransitive}} To [[scream]] with a [[shrill]], [[prolonged]] sound.
2. To make a squealing noise. {{q|of an object}}
3. {{lb|en|intransitive|slang}} To give [[sensitive]] [[information]] about someone to a third [[party]]; to [[rat]] on someone.

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