SHRIEKING Meaning and
Definition
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Shrieking, as a verb, refers to the act of emitting a shrill and piercing sound, often as a sign of high-pitched and intense vocalization. It typically involves producing a loud and sudden outcry, characterized by a piercing and sharp tone. Shrieking is commonly associated with expressions of distress, fear, surprise, or pain, and can occur involuntarily or deliberately based on the individual's emotional state.
The term "shrieking" is often used to describe sounds produced by humans, particularly children or women, as well as certain animals such as birds or monkeys. The shrillness of a shriek is typically due to the rapid vibration of vocal cords or vocal structures, resulting in a sound that is distinctly piercing and attention-grabbing.
Furthermore, "shrieking" can be used metaphorically to describe a loud, piercing, or high-pitched sound in the context of inanimate objects or natural phenomena. For example, the wind howling through a small opening or the screeching tires of a car may be described as shrieking.
Overall, "shrieking" is a term used to depict the production of a loud, piercing, and shrill sound, often conveying emotions of distress, fear, surprise, or pain. It can encompass both human and animal vocalizations and may also be used more broadly to describe high-pitched or attention-grabbing sounds in other contexts.
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• Crying out with a shrill voice.
• A crying out with a shrill voice.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SHRIEKING
The word "shrieking" is derived from the verb "shriek", which originated in Middle English as "shrēken" or "scriken". It is believed to have been influenced by Old Norse "skrækja" or Middle Low German "schreken". These words ultimately find their roots in the Proto-Germanic word "skrækjaną" meaning "to screech" or "to cry loudly".
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