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Murk

By Henry Adaso, About.com

Definition: Murk(v) - To murk means to kill or to commit murder. Nearly every rapper has used the word in their songs.

2. To inflict a severe physical injury on a person.

3. To leave, especially very quickly.

Also Known As:
  • slay
  • slew
Alternate Spellings: merk
Examples: "I have a clam packed in the back of the vans/More royal than the Taliban/ Murk you for half a gram." - Young Zee(That's My N***a Fo' Real)

"These thirsty ni**as will lurk, then you'll have to catch 'em and murk 'em." - 50 Cent ("In My Hood")

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