Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nark it

verb phrase

/nɑːrk ɪt/

Definition

To betray someone by informing authorities about their wrongdoing.

Examples

He decided to nark it because he couldn’t keep quiet about the illegal activities happening next door.
Always remember, if you see something illegal, you should report it rather than nark it out of fear.

Meaning

The phrase ‘nark it’ is commonly used in informal contexts, especially in British slang. It refers to the act of snitching or squealing on someone, often to law enforcement or other authorities.