A fork of Rural Dictionary
Origins:
A slang term derived from the word “carp” due to its connotations with the idea of a “dead fish” or being “dead in the water.”
Definition:
A Karp is a person who is either irritable, pompous, uptight, or serious to the point of ruining the atmosphere/vibe of a situation.
“get a grip you karp” or “*insert name* is being such a karp right now!”
The one who performs karpification as a punishment against people who break the rules of a discord.
"A karpification order has been given "
verb (used with object), Karp, Karped
(1) To reduce in amount, lessen; diminish:
to Karp spend;
Terminate
(2) to put an end to or suppress.
to suspend or extinguish (usually of contractual terms);
(3) to deduct or subtract:
to Karp part of the cost.
Ben Karped the last software renewal by 20%.
Did you hear how the Contracts Team Karped the evergreen component of the Agreement?
What happened with the purchase agreement? John, Karped it.