Definitions

1. verb

to make a loud, sharp, and usually high-pitched cry, especially one of protest or alarm.

“The bird screeched loudly in the dark forest.”

2. noun

a loud, sharp cry, especially one of protest or alarm.

“The screech of the tires filled the air as the car skidded off the road.”

3. noun

a steep and rocky slope, especially one formed by the wearing away of rock by water.

“The hikers carefully climbed up the screech, watching their step.”