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squeal vs let out

let out vs squeal

squeal is a noun but let out is not a noun.

squeal and let out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
squeal Yes No Yes No
let out No No Yes No
As verbs, let out is a hypernym of squeal; that is, let out is a word with a broader meaning than squeal:
  • squeal: utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs
  • let out: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of squeal include emit, let loose, utter.
squeal (noun) let out (noun)
a high-pitched howl
squeal (verb) let out (verb)
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure make (clothes) larger
utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
bring out of a specific state
Difference between squeal and let out

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