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squalled; squalling; squalls
: to cry out raucously : scream
: to utter in a strident voice
squaller
noun
: a raucous cry
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Etymology
Verb (1)
probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skval useless chatter
Noun (2)
probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish skval rushing water
First Known Use
Verb (1)
circa 1631, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense
Noun (1)
1709, in the meaning defined above
Noun (2)
1699, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Verb (2)
circa 1890, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing squall
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“Squall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/squall. Accessed 7 Dec. 2022.
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Nglish: Translation of squall for Spanish Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about squall
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