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narking Definition


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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.


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