Meaning Of The Word Squall

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squall
countable noun: A squall is a sudden strong wind which often causes a brief, violent rain storm or snow storm.
verb: If a person or animal squalls, they make a loud unpleasant noise like the noise made by a crying baby.

squall in American English 1
a brief, violent windstorm, usually with rain or snow
to storm briefly; blow a squall
intransitive verb: to blow as a squall
noun: a sudden, violent gust of wind, often accompanied by rain, snow, or sleet

squall in American English 2
a harsh, shrill cry or loud scream
to cry or scream loudly and harshly
intransitive verb: to cry or scream loudly and violently
noun: the act or sound of squalling
transitive verb: to utter in a screaming tone

squall in British English 1
noun: a sudden strong wind or brief turbulent storm
verb: to blow in a squall

squall in British English 2
noun: a shrill or noisy yell or howl
verb: to cry noisily; yell

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