Squawk
/skwɔːk/
noun
A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.
A four-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.
An issue or complaint related to aircraft maintenance.
verb
To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
To speak out; to protest.
To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.