creaky

Meanings

• adjective

  Producing a loud, unpleasant sound, often due to friction or aging.

  - "The old door made a creaky sound when opened."
  - "The floorboards creaked as we walked through the house."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with creaky
sleaky , reaky , speaky

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Variants

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creakier , creakiest , creakily , creakiness , creakinesses , creaky

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Etymology

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The word 'creaky' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'cracian', which means 'to creak' or 'make a cracking noise'.

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Trivia

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1. The sound of a 'creaky' door is often used as a sound effect in horror movies to create a sense of suspense or fear.

2. Some people believe that hearing 'creaky' sounds in their house is a sign of ghost activity.

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Related Concepts

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1. friction: The force that opposes the motion of two surfaces in contact. 'Creaky' sounds are often caused by friction between two surfaces.

2. aging: The natural process of growth and deterioration that occurs in living organisms and non-living objects. 'Creaky' sounds are often associated with aging.

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Culture

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In literature, 'creaky' is often used to describe old or worn-out objects or structures. In music, the term 'creaky' is used to describe certain guitar or drum sounds that have a distinctive, unpleasant tone.

How to Memorize "creaky"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an old door or floorboard making a 'creaky' sound when you try to open it or walk on it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'creaky' with old or worn-out objects or structures.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'creaky' sounds are often caused by friction or aging.

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