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carp

verb

/kɑːrp/

Meaning

to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters

She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.

complain, whine, criticize, nag, grumble

praise, compliment, approve

carp about, constantly carp, carp at details

To twist or bend out of shape, often due to heat or moisture.

to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

to take control or possession of a place or thing

to be unable to find something; to fail to win; to misplace

to polish, renovate, or give a fresh look to something