Meaning of the word squeak in English

What does squeak mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

squeak

US /skwiːk/

UK /skwiːk/

a short, high-pitched sound or cry

Example:

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The mouse let out a tiny squeak and scurried away.

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We heard the squeak of the rusty gate.

Synonym:

chirp peep yelp shriek creak

make a high-pitched sound or cry

Example:

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The old floorboards squeaked under his weight.

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The rusty hinges squeaked as she opened the door.

Synonym:

chirp peep yelp shriek creak

to just succeed in doing something, especially passing a test or winning a game

Example:

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He managed to squeak through the exam with a bare pass.

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Our team just squeaked out a victory in the last minute.

Synonym:

scrape through just make it narrowly win

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