narked Definition

nark
noun

slang:
1. A spy or informer working for the police.
2. A habitual grumbler.
(especially Austral & NZ)
3. A spoilsport.

verb narked, narking

colloq:
tr & intr
1. To annoy.
intr
2. To grumble.
intr
3. To inform or spy, especially for the police.

Derivative: narked
adj

Annoyed.

Etymology: 19c: perhaps from Romany nak nose.

Phrasal Verb: nark at someone

To annoy them with persistent criticism.