squeaky
UK: ˈskwiːki | US: ˈskwiːki
adj. making a high-pitched, sharp sound
adj. (informal) excessively or annoyingly high-pitched or shrill
The word "squeaky" derives from the root "squeak," which imitates the sharp, high-pitched sound (onomatopoeic origin). The suffix "-y" is added to form an adjective, indicating the quality of producing such a sound. The term likely emerged in Middle English, influenced by the natural sound it describes, and evolved to describe both literal noises and figurative traits (e.g., a "squeaky voice").
The door hinges were so squeaky that they woke up the baby.
She has a squeaky laugh that stands out in a crowd.
The old wooden floorboards are squeaky underfoot.
He fixed the squeaky wheel with a bit of oil.
Her squeaky clean reputation made her the ideal candidate.