Feck

/fɛk/ interjection, verb

Definition

An Irish mild curse word or expression of annoyance, or (verb) to throw or move something.

Etymology

Irish English dialect, possibly derived from Hiberno-English or euphemistic alteration of stronger curse words. Used in Irish English since at least the 19th century.

Kelly Says

In Ireland, 'feck' is so culturally iconic that the TV show 'Father Ted' made it famous worldwide—it's a brilliant example of how one small word can carry the personality of an entire nation's humor.

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