Word of the DayNovember 19, 2024

caterwaul

Definition

to make a loud noise, perhaps a shriek or screech with a shrill, loud, sound

Example Usage

the bartender asked them to leave, but the two people caterwauled in protest

Synonyms

  • shriek
  • shrill
  • quarrel
  • noisy
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