to utter a loud, harsh cry, as a duck or other fowl when frightened.

Informal . to complain loudly and vehemently.

to utter or give forth with a squawk.

a loud, harsh cry or sound.

Informal . a loud, vehement complaint.

the black-crowned night heron.

verb

compliment , praise

verb

cackle , caw , crow , cry , hoot , screech , yap , yawp , yelp , bellyache * , complain , kick up a fuss , protest , raise cain * , squeal , yammer , challenge , demur , except , expostulate , inveigh , remonstrate , blare , fuss , gripe , grumble , scream

noun

challenge , demur , exception , expostulation , protest , protestation , remonstrance , remonstration