squealing adj 1: having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge [syn: {screaky}, {screechy}, {squeaking}, {squeaky}, {squealing}]
Squeal \Squeal\ (skw[=e]l), v. i. [imp. & p. p. {Squealed} (skw[=e]ld); p. pr. & vb. n. {Squealing}.] [Of Scand. origin; cf. Sw. sqv[aum]la, Norw. skvella. Cf. {Squeak}, {Squall}.] 1. To cry with a sharp, shrill, prolonged sound, as certain animals do, indicating want, displeasure, or pain. [1913 Webster] 2. To turn informer; to betray a secret. [Slang] [1913 Webster]