скре́жет — meaning in English

English meaning

• rasp noun A coarse metal file with rough, pointed teeth, used to shape or smooth wood or other materials.
• screech noun A harsh, high-pitched cry or sound.
• squeal noun A loud, high-pitched cry or sound.

Senses

скре́жет is used for these senses in English:

• rasp The sound made by this tool when used, or any similar sound.
• screech (Newfoundlander, uncountable) Newfoundland rum.
• squeal A high-pitched sound, such as the scream of a child or a female person, or noisy worn-down brake pads.

rasp — full definition

1. noun A coarse metal file with rough, pointed teeth, used to shape or smooth wood or other materials.
2. verb To make a harsh, scraping sound, or to speak in a harsh, grating voice.

screech — full definition

1. noun A harsh, high-pitched cry or sound.
2. verb To make a harsh, high-pitched sound.

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