Definition of Squawk
Squawk
squawk
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a loud and harsh-sounding noise or cry made by a person or a bird, similar to a scream;
e.g. She gave a squawk of surprise when she saw what was in the bag. I heard a squawk and knew that my pet bird had escaped from its cage.
(noun)
a protest or complaint about something, especially one made in a noisy tone or manner;
e.g. He made a squawk when he found that the store didn't have the product he wanted.
(verb)
to make a loud and harsh-sounding noise, similar to a scream, or to say something in such a voice;
e.g. The birds started to squawk when they saw the tiger. The railing was so hot that it made me squawk when I touched it.
(verb)
to protest or complain about something, especially in a noisy tone or manner;
e.g. They started to squawk loudly when they heard that the bus had been cancelled.
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