narc

noun \ˈnärk\

: a person (such as a government agent) who tries to catch criminals who buy and sell illegal drugs

Full Definition of NARC

slang

: a person (as a government agent) who investigates narcotics violations

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narc also nark \ˈnärk\

short for narcotics agent

First Known Use: 1967

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