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Meaning of tarry

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tarry

Pronunciation:/ˈtæ.ɹi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sojourn.

    Synonyms:staystopstop-over

verb

Definitions

  1. To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.

    Synonyms:forestallput off
  2. To linger in expectation of something or until something is done or happens.

    Synonyms:abide
  3. To abide, stay or wait somewhere, especially if longer than planned.

    Synonyms:hang abouthang aroundlingerloiter
  4. To stay somewhere temporarily.

    Synonyms:sojournstaystay overstopstop over