"Peeve" is a noun that refers to something that greatly irritates or annoys a person. When something is your "peeve," it means that it bothers you or frustrates you a lot. It is often used to describe minor annoyances or pet peeves, such as someone chewing loudly or being constantly interrupted during a conversation.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Irritate. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.