Squeaking

/ˈskwiːkɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a short, high-pitched sound made by something or someone.

She heard a squeaking coming from the attic.

verb

to make a short, high-pitched sound or series of sounds.

The mice were squeaking in the corner of the room.

to issue a sharp, high-pitched sound due to friction, often associated with the movement of certain objects.

The old door was squeaking every time it was opened.

to make a sound resembling a squeak.

The floorboards began squeaking under the weight of the heavy furniture.

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

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.

squeak

A short, high-pitched sound.

squeaky

Making a squeak; producing a high-pitched sound.

To make a small complaint or noise.

He's always squeaking about his job.

To get by with the bare minimum.

I’m just squeaking through school this semester.