squall

 
Pronunciation: /skwɔːl/

noun

  • 1a sudden violent gust of wind or localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet: low clouds and squalls of driving rain
  • 2a 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