n. A sudden and violent gust of wind, or a succession of such gusts, usually accompanied by rain, snow, or sleet. In a ship's log-book abbreviated q.n. Synonyms Gale, etc. See wind.To blow a squall: used chieflyimpersonally: as, itsqualled terribly.To cry out; scream or cry violently, as a frightened woman or a child in anger or distress: used in contempt or dislike.To utter in a discordant, screaming tone.n. A harsh cry; a loud and discordant scream; a sound intermediate in character between a squawk and a squeal.n. A baby; pet; minx; girl: used vaguely, in endearment or reproach.