To creak, grate, or make a squeaking/grating sound (e.g., floors, doors) due to rubbing or friction.
古い木の床が歩くたびにきしむ。
The old wooden floor creaks every time I walk on it.
寒さで扉がきしんで開けにくい。
The door creaks in the cold and is hard to open.
椅子がきしむ音が会議中に気になった。
The creaking of a chair bothered me during the meeting.