squeal

Definitions

General English

• verb to make a loud high-pitched noise

Electronics

• An unwanted high-pitched sound emitted by a device or piece of equipment. For example, a loud shrilling sound resulting from howling. Also called squealing.

Law

• verb to inform the police about other criminals

Slang

• verb to inform (on someone). The usage arose in early 19th century dialect, spreading to underworld argot first in Britain and subsequently in the USA.

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Contexts for “squeal”

4 definitions in context
• General English
• Electronics
• Law
• Slang