guincho — meaning in English

English meaning

• shriek noun A sharp, high-pitched scream or cry.
• squeak noun A short, high-pitched sound, like that made by a mouse or an unoiled hinge.
• squeal noun A loud, high-pitched cry or sound.

Senses

guincho is used for these senses in English:

• shriek A sharp, shrill outcry or scream; a shrill wild cry caused by sudden or extreme terror, pain, or the like.
• squeal A high-pitched sound, such as the scream of a child or a female person, or noisy worn-down brake pads.
• tow truck A motor vehicle typically equipped with winches, chains, and related equipment, and used to tow disabled vehicles.

shriek — full definition

1. noun A sharp, high-pitched scream or cry.
2. verb To let out a sharp, high-pitched scream or cry.

squeak — full definition

1. noun A short, high-pitched sound, like that made by a mouse or an unoiled hinge.
2. noun Informal: a very close win or narrow escape.
3. verb To make a short, high-pitched sound.
4. verb To just barely manage to do or win something.

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