Eek

verb

/iːk/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.verbTo produce a high-pitched squeal, as in fear or trepidation.

2.interjectionRepresenting a scream or shriek (especially in comic strips and books).

"Eek! There's a mouse in the bathtub!"

3.interjectionExpressing (sometimes mock) fear or surprise.

"I almost got fired from my job yesterday. Eek!"

4.interjectionRepresenting the shrill vocal sound of a mouse, rat, or monkey.

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