Squawk
Pronunciation: /ˈskwɔːk/
Squawk (verb)
- to make a loud, harsh sound like a bird
- to complain or protest loudly and angrily
Examples
- The parrot squawked loudly in the morning.
- Birds squawk when they are startled.
Common collocations: squawk loudly, squawk in alarm, squawk about, squawk loudly, loud squawk
Squawk (noun)
- a loud, harsh noise made by a bird
- a loud and angry complaint or protest
Examples
- The squawk of the seagull echoed across the beach.
- A sudden squawk interrupted the silence.