Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
narc
noun
/nɑrk/
Definition
A person, especially a law enforcement officer, who investigates and enforces laws against illegal drug use, trade, or possession.
Examples
- The police sent in a narc to infiltrate the drug ring.
- He used to be a narc, but now he works in community outreach.
- You shouldn’t talk about the narc in the crowd; they might be listening.
Meaning
The term ‘narc’ is slang for someone who works to catch drug offenders, often associated with undercover operations.
Synonyms
- Drug agent
- Undercover officer
- Interdiction officer
