‖n. pl. [ NL.; cf. L. stridere to creak, whiz, buzz. ] (Zool.) A division of passerine birds including the humming birds, swifts, and goatsuckers. It is now generally considered an artificial group. [ 1913 Webster ]
‖n. [ L., from stridere to make any harsh, grating, or creaking sound. ] A harsh, shrill, or creaking noise. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]