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First published 1971 (SND Vol. VIII).
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SCREEL, v. Also skreel. To scream, screech (Kcd. 1850; Slg. 1921 T.S.D.C. IV.). Also in Eng. dial. Rare. [skril]Sc. 1934 Punch (14 Nov.) 543:
Though kelpies walk both bold and free And icy winds skreel off the sea.Ags. 1965 Dundee Courier (10 April) 8:
Herring gulls skreeled.