noun
Street Slang
nerk
NURK · noun · slang
A stupid or contemptible person.
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Definitions
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A foolish, contemptible or unpleasant inmate.
“Don't lend him anything, he's a right nerk.”
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nerk In A Sentence
Don't lend him anything, he's a right nerk.
Origin & Usage
British slang blend, possibly of 'nerd' and 'jerk'; used in the sitcom Porridge.
Variants
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What does 'nerk' mean?
A foolish, contemptible or unpleasant person, as in 'he's a right nerk.'
Where does 'nerk' come from?
It is a British slang blend, possibly of 'nerd' and 'jerk', and was notably used in the prison sitcom Porridge.
Is 'nerk' a strong insult?
It is fairly mild and old-fashioned, closer to calling someone a fool or an idiot than a serious slur.
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