squall
1squall
verb \ˈskwȯl\Definition of SQUALL
intransitive verb
: to cry out raucously : scream
transitive verb
: to utter in a strident voice
— squall·er noun
Origin of SQUALL
probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skval useless chatter
First Known Use: circa 1631
2squall
nounDefinition of SQUALL
: a raucous cry
First Known Use of SQUALL
1709
3squall
nounDefinition of SQUALL
1
: a sudden violent wind often with rain or snow
2
: a short-lived commotion
Origin of SQUALL
probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish skval rushing water
First Known Use: 1699
4squall
intransitive verbDefinition of SQUALL
: to blow a squall
First Known Use of SQUALL
circa 1890
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