General
carked it
What does carked it mean?
Died, or (of a device) broke down completely.
"My old laptop finally carked it."
Origin
Australasian slang 'cark it' meaning to die; of uncertain origin.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'carked it' mean?
It means died, or in the case of a device, broke down completely.
Where does 'cark it' come from?
It's Australasian slang for dying, of uncertain origin, in use since at least the mid-20th century.
How do you use 'carked it' in a sentence?
You might say 'my old laptop finally carked it' to mean it stopped working for good.
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