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Actually it's more like shirk, originally a nautical term referring to a ship that avoids or evades enemy detection or engagement.
by Maxatar 2y ago
Actually it's more like shirk, originally a nautical term referring to a ship that avoids or evades enemy detection or engagement.
- nkrisc 2y agoThat’s not the modern usage though. If you look up “shirk” in any modern dictionary you’ll definitely find the definition you’re replying to. Perhaps only the OED will have the older nautical meaning.