Creaking Meaning in English
word · lemma: creak
释义
Making a long, high, or repeated noise, usually from something old or moving, such as a door or floorboard. It describes the sound itself.
用法与细微差别
Usually describes noises from wood, metal, or hinges when something is old or needs oiling—often 'a creaking door' or 'creaking floorboards'. Used more for negative or eerie sensations; not for pleasant sounds. Not interchangeable with 'cracking' (breaking) or 'squeaking' (usually higher pitch).
例句
The old floorboards were creaking with every step.
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I heard a creaking noise from the door.
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The old chair is always creaking when I sit down.
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It was so quiet, I could hear the house creaking in the wind.
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He opened the attic door, its hinges creaking loudly.
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That creaking sound is really giving me the chills.
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