Tarrying
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Tarrying is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of tarry.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of tarry.
More Meanings
- The act of one who tarries; a waiting or staying behind.
Example Sentences
Our teams were now considerably jaded, and we found it necessary to make frequent halts and tarryings for the purpose of recruiting them.
Word Forms
- tarryings
Synonyms for tarrying
Depending on context, synonyms include lingering, tarriance.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tarriance, lingering, tarring, tethering, stowing, taping.
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