firk

/fɜːrk/

Definitions

1. verb

to work or play in a lazy or careless manner

“He firked around the garden all day, getting nothing done.”

2. noun

a lazy or careless act

“His firk in the project resulted in a late submission.”

3. noun

a place where iron ore is smelted or reduced

“The old firk was abandoned decades ago.”

Synonyms

  • dawdle
  • lollygag

Antonyms

  • hustle
  • toil