erk
erk · erks
A member of the groundcrew in the RAFA member of the groundcrew in the RAF.
US/ˈɝk/
Meaning
1 senses(UK, slang)A member of the groundcrew in the RAF.
Origin
Claimed to be a respelling of the abbreviation airc for aircraftsman; or else from irk.Claimed to be a respelling of the abbreviation airc for aircraftsman; or else from irk.
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