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squall

Syllabification: (squall)
Pronunciation: /skwôl/

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Definition of squall

noun

  • a sudden violent gust of wind or a localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet:low clouds and squalls of driving rain
  • a loud cry:he emitted a short mournful squall

verb

[no object]
  • (of a baby or small child) cry noisily and continuously:Sarah was squalling in her crib

Origin:

mid 17th century: probably an alteration of squeal, influenced by bawl

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Definition of squall in the British & World English dictionary