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Raresquawk
The correct spelling is squawk.
How to pronounce squawk
/skwɔːk/
nounIPA: /skwɔːk/
Say it like: Skw-awk
The correct spelling is squawk. A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.
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Meanings
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.
- 3.An issue or complaint related to aircraft maintenance.
- 4.The American night heron.
- 5.A warning message indicating a possible error.
verb
- 1.To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
- 2.To speak out; to protest.
- 3.To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.
- 4.To produce a warning message, indicating a possible error.
- 5.To set or transmit a four-digit transponder code. (Normally followed by the specific code in question.)
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