What's Does Squinny Mean?

squinny \SKWIN-ee\ verb. : to look or peer with eyes partly closed : squint.

Is Squinny a word?

verb (used without object), squin·nied, squin·ny·ing. to squint.

What is a Squinney?

In the capital city, a “squinny” is what the rest of Iowa calls a ground squirrel. The origins of the term have been lost to history, forgotten like an acorn buried under the back porch.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.