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squawker

Main Entry:: ¹squawk
Pronunciation:: \ˈskwȯk\
Function:: intransitive verb
Etymology:: probably blend of squall and squeak
Date:: 1821

1 : to utter a harsh abrupt scream 2 : to complain or protest loudly or vehemently <opponents of the bill squawked>

— squawk·er noun

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