First Known Use: 1583
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1creak
verb \ˈkrēk\
: to make a long, high sound : to make a sound like the sound made by an old door when it opens or closes
Full Definition of CREAK
intransitive verb
: to make a prolonged grating or squeaking sound often as a result of being worn-out; also : to proceed slowly with or as if with creaking wheels <the story creaks along to a dull conclusion>
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Origin of CREAK
Middle English creken to croak, of imitative origin
2creak
noun
Definition of CREAK
: a rasping or grating noise
First Known Use of CREAK
1604
CREAK Defined for Kids
1creak
verb \ˈkrēk\
creakedcreak·ing
Definition of CREAK for Kids
: to make a long scraping or squeaking sound <The stairs creaked … with every step. — Astrid Lindgren, Pippi Longstocking>
2creak
noun
Definition of CREAK for Kids
: a long squeaking or scraping noise
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