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creaking

The correct spelling is creaking.

How to pronounce creaking

verb

IPA: /ˈkɹiːkɪŋ/

Say it like: Cree-kin-g

The correct spelling is creaking. To make a prolonged sharp grating or squeaking sound, as by the friction of hard substances.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make a prolonged sharp grating or squeaking sound, as by the friction of hard substances.
  2. 2.To produce a creaking sound with.
  3. 3.To suffer from strain or old age.

noun

  1. 1.A noise that creaks.

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