English
Pronunciation
IPA|/skw��k/
audio|en-us-squawk.ogg|Audio (US)
rhymes|��k
homophone: squark in non-rhotic dialects
Noun
en-noun
- A shrill noise, especially made by a voice; a yell, scream, or call.
- (Aviation) A 4-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.
- (Aviation) An issue or complaint related to aircraft maintenance.
Verb
en-verb
- To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
- To speak out; to protest.
- To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.
Category:Animal sounds
Category:Onomatopoeia
fa:squawk
fr:squawk
io:squawk
ru:squawk
vi:squawk
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