Definitions for squall

Definitions for (noun) squall

Main entry: squall

Definition: sudden violent winds; often accompanied by precipitation


Definitions for (verb) squall

Main entry: yell, holler, hollo, call, scream, shout, shout out, squall, cry

Definition: utter a sudden loud cry

Usage: she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle; I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me


Main entry: waul, wawl, squall

Definition: make high-pitched, whiney noises


Main entry: squall

Definition: blow in a squall

Usage: When it squalls, a prudent sailor reefs his sails


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