squealer en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Australia) audio
- /ˈskwilɚ/ (General-American)
Etymology
From squeal + -er.
Meanings
- Any animal or person who squeals.
- A pig.
- (slang) An informant.
- (Australia, Canada, US, informal) A kind of jug used to carry beer having 1 litre or 32 ounce capacity (half the size of a growler).
- Anything that makes a squealing noise.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| squealers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |