Definition & Meaning of "screech"in English

to screech

to make a loud, harsh, piercing sound, like that of tires sliding on pavement

Intransitive

Examples

The car tires screeched as the driver slammed on the brakes.

to make a loud, harsh scream suddenly

Intransitive

Examples

The owl screeched loudly in the night, startling us awake.

Screech

a sharp, piercing cry, often expressing pain, fear, or alarm

Examples

The child let out a screech when she touched the hot stove.

a high-pitched, piercing sound, not necessarily vocal, often harsh or grating

shrill

Examples

The brakes on the old bus emitted a loud screech.

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