creaking
Translation
squeaking, grating
Examples
I heard a creaking sound from the old floor.
I heard a creaking sound from the old floor.
The creaking door woke me up.
The creaking door woke me up.
Grammar Patterns
a creaking ((noun)) making a long, harsh sound The creaking door woke me up.
Similar Words
Synonyms: squeaking, groaning, grating
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound it describes.
Memory Tips
The word 'creak' sounds like the noise it describes. Think of a creaky, creepy old house.