creak
krēk/Submit
verb
1.
(of an object, typically a wooden one) make a harsh, high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is applied.
"the stairs creaked as she went up them"
synonyms: squeak, grate, rasp; More
2.
show weakness or frailty under strain.
"stock prices creaked to a mixed finish today"
noun
1.
a harsh scraping or squeaking sound.
"the creak of a floorboard broke the silence"