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chillido — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • shriek noun A sharp, high-pitched scream or cry.
  • squawk noun A short, harsh cry, especially one made by a bird or a person in alarm.
  • squeal noun A loud, high-pitched cry or sound.

Senses

chillido 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.
  • squawk A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird. If made by a bird, it typically signals discomfort or anger; a yell, scream, or call.
  • squeal A high-pitched sound, such as the scream of a child or a female person, or noisy worn-down brake pads.

shriek — full definition

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

squawk — full definition

  1. noun A short, harsh cry, especially one made by a bird or a person in alarm.
  2. noun A loud complaint or objection.
  3. verb To make a harsh, shrill cry.
  4. verb To complain loudly or protest.

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