screeching
Screeching (noun) means the act or sound of producing a harsh, high-pitched noise. Example: “The screeching of tires echoed through the parking lot.”
How to use screeching
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action or sound of screeching.
Word forms
screechings plural
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The _____ of tires echoed through the parking lot.
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What does “screeching” mean?
The word “screeching” means the act or sound of producing a harsh, high-pitched noise. In plain terms, the action or sound of screeching.
How do you pronounce “screeching”?
“Screeching” is pronounced SKREET-shihng (/ˈskɹiːt͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “screeching” in a sentence?
Here is “screeching” used in a sentence: “The screeching of tires echoed through the parking lot.”
What part of speech is “screeching”?
“Screeching” is a noun.