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squeal vs emit

emit vs squeal

squeal is a noun but emit is not a noun.

squeal and emit both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
squeal Yes No Yes No
emit No No Yes No
As verbs, emit is a hypernym of squeal; that is, emit is a word with a broader meaning than squeal:
  • squeal: utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs
  • emit: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of squeal include let loose, let out, utter.
squeal (noun) emit (noun)
a high-pitched howl
squeal (verb) emit (verb)
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure expel (gases or odors)
utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc.
Difference between squeal and emit

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