Advanced English Word of the Day

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yelp
1. n. An abrupt, high-pitched noise or utterance.
The puppy let out a yelp when I stepped on her tail.
2. n. A type of emergency vehicle siren sounding quicker and more intense than the wail.
3. v. To utter an abrupt, high-pitched noise.
The children yelped with delight as they played in the cold water.

Example Sentences

One dog begins to yelp, another shot and the dog is quiet.

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