squeal

• 名词，指动物或人因兴奋、疼痛或惊讶而发出的尖锐刺耳的长叫声。

A noun referring to a high-pitched howl or cry, often made by animals or people in excitement, pain, or surprise.

1. High-pitched howlB1informal

   A long, loud, high-pitched cry or sound, often made by animals or people in excitement, pain, or fear.

   尖叫声

   • The pig let out a loud squeal when it was startled.
   • The children's squeals of laughter filled the playground.
   • A sudden squeal of brakes came from the street.

   同义词screamscreechshrieksquawkyelp

• 动词，指发出长而尖锐的高音，常与动物、车辆或表达兴奋、疼痛、抗议相关；也指因恐惧或兴奋而尖叫，或向权威告密。

A verb used to indicate the act of making a long, high-pitched cry or sound, often associated with animals, vehicles, or expressing excitement, pain, or protest.

1. Make a high-pitched soundA2informal

   To produce a loud, sharp, high-pitched cry or sound, like that of a pig or a person in excitement or pain.

   尖叫

   • The piglets squealed loudly when the farmer brought their food.
   • The children squealed with delight at the sight of the birthday cake.
   • The car's brakes squealed as it came to a sudden stop.

   同义词screechshrieksquawksqueakwhineyelp

   反义词mumblemurmurwhisper

2. B2slang

   To inform on someone or confess to a wrongdoing, often under pressure or to avoid punishment.

   告密

   • The thief squealed on his accomplices to get a lighter sentence.
   • He was afraid that his partner would squeal to the police.
   • Under interrogation, she finally squealed about the hidden money.

   同义词betrayblabgrassinformnarcpeachratsingsnitchtattletell