FIRK


Meaning of FIRK in English

ˈfərk, ˈfi(ə)rk verb

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: Middle English ferken, from Old English fercian to convey, bring, proceed; akin to Old English faran to go, travel — more at fare

intransitive verb

1. dialect Britain : to move quickly : hasten ; also : to be lively or frisky

2. dialect Britain

a. : jerk , twitch

b. : fidget , fuss

transitive verb

1. archaic : beat , strike , chastise , conquer

I'll firk you, I'll rattle you — Thomas Gray

2. obsolete : to get dishonestly : contrive , cheat

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