craic killer en · NOUN
Etymology
From craic (borrowed from Irish craic, itself borrowed from Northern English crack, inherited from Middle English crak (“loud conversation, bragging talk”)) + killer.
Meanings
- (Ireland, Northern-England) Something or someone that spoils an otherwise enjoyable event.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| craic killers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
party-pooper · dampener (something or someone who spoils an enjoyable event) · wet blanket · buzzkill · killjoy