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Definition scream in American English

scream noun

[countable] noun
/skrim/

▪ blood-curdling, ear-splitting, high-pitched, piercing, shrill, terrible

1

a loud high noise that you make because you are hurt, frightened, or excited

Example

He heard screams coming from the hotel lobby.

Example

She gave a little scream of delight.

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2

a very loud high noise

Example

the noise of the gunshot and the scream of the tires

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Definition scream in American English