I. ˈkrēk intransitive verb
Etymology: Middle English creken to croak, of imitative origin
Date: 1583
: to make a prolonged grating or squeaking sound often as a result of being worn-out ; also : to proceed slowly with or as if with creaking wheels
the story creak s along to a dull conclusion
II. noun
Date: 1604
: a rasping or grating noise