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tarry

The word “tarry” has 2 syllables: tar-ry

It's pronounced as /ˈtæri/

What is synonym and antonym for tarry?

In the thesaurus, “tarry” has 104 synonyms and 95 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tarry along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tarry

Antonyms for tarry

Meanings of tarry

  • noun
    1. A sojourn.
  • verb
    1. To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.
    2. To linger in expectation of something or until something is done or happens.
    3. To abide, stay or wait somewhere, especially if longer than planned.
    4. To stay somewhere temporarily.
    5. To wait for; to stay or stop for; to allow to linger.
  • adjective
    1. Resembling tar.
    2. Covered with tar.

Example Sentences

  • Do not tarry too long, or we will miss the train.
  • He decided to tarry at the café before heading home.
  • The knight could not tarry, for his mission was urgent.
  • The workers' boots were covered in a tarry substance after the roadwork.
  • A tarry residue remained on his hands after handling the roofing materials.

On this page you'll find 199 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tarry, such as: abandon, abide, abscond, accelerate, adherent, adhesive, advance.

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dally

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tag along

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