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Squawk

/skwɔːk/

The meaning and definition of Squawk, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

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.
verb
  1. To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
  2. To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.

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