Meaning & Definition of Squeaking in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To emit a short, high-pitched sound.

  Example Sentence: The mouse was squeaking in the corner of the room.

• Definition: To complain or whine in a high-pitched voice.

  Example Sentence: He was squeaking about the unfair treatment at work.

• Definition: To make a noise like a squeak.

  Example Sentence: The rusty door started squeaking as it opened.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'squeken', possibly from Old Norse 'skvækka'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• squeak by: To manage to get through a situation with difficulty.
• squeaky clean: Completely clean or innocent.
• squeaking wheel gets the grease: The most vocal or complaining person is the one that receives attention.

Translations

• Spanish: chirriante

• French: grincer

• German: quietschen

• Russian: скрипящий

Related Words

• squeak: A short, high-pitched sound.

• squeaky: Making a squeak; producing a high-pitched sound.

Slang Meanings of squeaking

• Meaning: To make a small complaint or noise.

  Example Sentence: He's always squeaking about his job.

• Meaning: To get by with the bare minimum.

  Example Sentence: I’m just squeaking through school this semester.