sark

¹

[ sahrk ]

noun

, Scot. and North England.

1. any long, shirtlike garment worn next to the skin, as a chemise, nightshirt, or the like.

Sark

²

[ sahrk ]

noun

1. one of the Channel Islands, E of Guernsey. 2 sq. mi. (5 sq. km).

sark

¹

/ særk /

noun

1. a shirt or (formerly) chemise

Sark

²

/ sɑːk /

noun

1. an island in the English Channel in the Channel Islands, consisting of Great Sark and Little Sark , connected by an isthmus: ruled by a hereditary Seigneur or Dame. Pop: 591 (2000). Area: 5 sq km (2 sq miles) French nameSercq

Other Words From

• sarkless adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sark¹

before 900; Middle English; Old English serc; cognate with Old Norse serkr ( berserk )

Word History and Origins

Origin of sark¹

Old English serc; related to Old Norse serkr

Example Sentences

“Coach Sark is an incredible coach, a first-class person and tremendous leader of men,” Board of Regents Chairman Kevin Eltife said on Jan. 14 when Texas first announced the extension.

From Seattle Times

“Coach Sark has brought the pride and passion back in our program.”

From Seattle Times

“Coach Sark is an incredible coach, a first-class person and tremendous leader of men,” Board of Regents Chairman Kevin Eltife said.

From Seattle Times

“Coach Sark has brought the pride and passion back in our program. We’re so fortunate to have him and we’re looking forward to many more exciting years ahead.”

From Seattle Times

Now, Sark’s challenge will be to keep the team hungry for more as it enters its first year of SEC play.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• blouse
• jersey
• pullover
• tunic
• turtleneck