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squawking

The correct spelling is squawking.

How to pronounce squawking

verb

Say it like: Skw-awk-ing

The correct spelling is squawking. To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
  2. 2.To speak out; to protest.
  3. 3.To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.
  4. 4.To produce a warning message, indicating a possible error.
  5. 5.To set or transmit a four-digit transponder code. (Normally followed by the specific code in question.)

noun

  1. 1.Squawk, the sound of a squawk

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