Creaky (adjective)

Making a prolonged high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is applied, often used to describe a sound made by wood or metal when they are old or in poor condition.

Origin:

The word "creaking" is derived from the verb "creak" which means to make a prolonged high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is applied. it"s often used to describe a sound made by wood or metal when they are old or in poor condition.

Examples:

1. The old wooden floorboards creaked as she walked across them.
2. The door hinge creaked as it was opened.
3. The old bridge creaked as the car passed over it.
4. The creaking sound of the old rocking chair was soothing.
5. The creaking of the stairs alerted the burglar of someone's presence.