rark
v. phr.— «Originally for condoning the use of foul language and making fun of people’s families. Since then I have had a lot of time for A Goose, he is a good sport who takes a rark on the chin.» —“Boofhead Club—For Matty O” by Dr. Who in New Zealand Usenet: aus.sport.rugby-league Sept. 5, 1999. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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