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TARRY

(adj.sat, verb, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Tarry.

How to pronounce tarry:

Def 1 UK
Def 2 UK

Tarry - as an adjective satellite

Having the characteristics of pitch or tar

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pitchy16resinous8resiny9

Tarry - as a verb

Be about a place without any apparent purpose

Example: "The high school students like to loiter in the central square"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
footle9hang aroundlallygag13linger7loaf7loiter6lollygag13lounge7lurk8mess aboutmill aboutmill around
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Leave slowly and hesitantly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linger7

Tarry - as a noun

A sojourn.

Tarry - as an adjective

Resembling tar.

Covered with tar.

Example Sentences

"Please do not tarry, as we need to leave soon."
"The hiker decided to tarry at the scenic overlook to enjoy the view."
"Don't tarry too long at the store, or you'll miss the bus."
"I don't want to tarry here any longer, let's go somewhere else."
"She always tarrys in the shower, making us late for work."
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Word Game Points

Is TARRY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tarry is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TARRY has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is TARRY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tarry is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TARRY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is TARRY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tarry is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TARRY has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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