Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creak
verb
/kriːk/
Definition
A harsh, high-pitched sound that is often produced by the movement of something, like a door or floorboard.
Examples
- The old door began to creak when she opened it.
- I could hear the floorboards creak as he walked across the room.
- During the night, I heard the wind making the shutters creak.
Meaning
To make a harsh or grating noise, especially when something is moving or under pressure.
Synonyms
- groan
- squeak
- grate
- crack
