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narc

Syllabification: (narc)
Pronunciation: /närk/
(also nark)
Definition of narc

noun

informal, chiefly North American
  • a federal agent or police officer who enforces the laws regarding illicit sale or use of drugs and narcotics.

Origin:

1960s: abbreviation of narcotic

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