skirl

Verb

To make a shrill sound, as of bagpipes.

Noun

1. (Northern-England, Scotland) A shrill sound, as of bagpipes.
2. A blast (of wind-blown snow or rain); a gust (especially if accompanied by snow or rain, or a shill or whistling sound).

Pronounced as (IPA)

/skɜːl/

Etymology

Originally from Scots and Northern English dialects (as a verb), probably of Old Norse origin; ultimately imitative.

Synonyms

jar

🫙

scream

😱

shriek

squeal