squall
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noun (1)Definition of squall (Entry 2 of 4)
: a raucous cry
squall
noun (2)Definition of squall (Entry 3 of 4)
1 : a sudden violent wind often with rain or snow
2 : a short-lived commotion
squall
verb (2)Definition of squall (Entry 4 of 4)
: to blow a squall
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Kids Definition of squall
(Entry 1 of 3)
: to let out a harsh cry or scream … Polly began to squall and flap about in his cage …— Louisa May Alcott, Little Women
squall
nounKids Definition of squall (Entry 2 of 3)
: a harsh cry
squall
nounKids Definition of squall (Entry 3 of 3)
: a sudden strong gust of wind often with rain or snow
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