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squawks

The correct spelling is squawks.

How to pronounce squawks

/skwɔːks/
noun

IPA: /skwɔːks/

Say it like: Skw-awk-s

The correct spelling is squawks. A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.
  2. 2.A four-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.
  3. 3.An issue or complaint related to aircraft maintenance.
  4. 4.The American night heron.
  5. 5.A warning message indicating a possible error.

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.)

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