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Irk Definition & Meaning

irk
verb
  1. irritate or vex; "It galls me that we lost the suit"

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Frequently asked questions

What does irk mean?
irritate or vex; "It galls me that we lost the suit"
What part of speech is irk?
Irk is a verb.

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