shrieking Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun sharp piercing cry
    screaming; screech; screeching; shriek; scream.
    • her screaming attracted the neighbors
  2. noun a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
    shriek; screech; screeching; screaming; scream.
    • he ducked at the screechings of shells
    • he heard the scream of the brakes
  3. verb utter a shrill cry
    pipe; shrill; pipe up; shriek.

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