Irish word for fun/enjoyment that has been brought into the English language. usu. when mixed with alcohol and/or music.
'Bhi craic agus ceol againn' : We had fun and music.
Fun doesn't really cut it though. General banter, good times had by all.
Also, a person who is good fun/great company.
> It was great craic.
> She's great craic when she gets going.
> He's great craic when he has a few pints on him.
> What's the craic?
> How's the craic?
> The craic was mighty.
> Note: Very tricky to get away with saying this in the US without getting strange looks for police officers.

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