Definitions

1. verb

to make a loud, harsh noise, especially one that is unpleasant or grating

“The screeching car tires scroddled down the wet road.”

2. verb

to make a harsh, grating sound, often with the intention of causing annoyance or disturbance

“The protesters scroddled their horns outside the city hall.”

3. adjective

having or making a harsh, unpleasant sound

“The scroddled voice of the singer grated on the audience’s nerves.”