Definitions

1. verb

to produce a loud, harsh, or shrill sound, typically by rubbing the body parts together

“The crickets stridulate loudly at night, creating a soothing background noise.”

2. verb

to make a loud, harsh, or shrill noise, typically by rubbing the body parts together

“Some insects stridulate to attract mates or warn off predators.”

3. verb

to produce a loud, harsh, or shrill sound

“The wind stridulated through the trees, causing them to sway violently.”

4. verb

to produce a harsh, shrill sound

“The siren stridulated loudly, signaling an emergency.”

5. verb

to make a harsh, shrill sound

“Some birds stridulate to defend their territory.”