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squawks

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English

Etymology

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Pronunciation

  • IPA /skwɔːks/

Noun

squawks noun

  1. A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.
  2. A four-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.
  3. An issue or complaint related to aircraft maintenance.
  4. The American night heron.

Verb

squawks verb

  1. To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
  2. To speak out; to protest.
  3. To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.
  4. To produce a warning message, indicating a possible error.

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Synonyms

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Rhymes

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