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squal·ly
/
ˈskwɔ
li
/
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[
skwaw
-lee
]
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adjective,
squal·li·er,
squal·li·est.
1.
characterized by
squalls
.
2.
stormy; threatening.
Origin:
1710–20;
squall
1
+
-y
1
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squall
1
(skwɔːl)
—
n
1.
a sudden strong wind or brief turbulent storm
2.
any sudden commotion or show of temper
—
vb
3.
(
intr
) to blow in a squall
[C18: perhaps a special use of
squall
²]
'squallish
1
—
adj
'squally
1
—
adj
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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