Definition
- (verb) To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.
- (verb) To linger in expectation of something or until something is done or happens.
- (verb) To abide, stay or wait somewhere, especially if longer than planned.
- (verb) To stay somewhere temporarily.
- (verb) To wait for; to stay or stop for; to allow to linger.
- (noun) The act of one who tarries; a waiting or staying behind.
Word stats
- Tarrying contains 8 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 6 consonant(s).
- It uses 7 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 2.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 12.
Words you can build
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Word neighbours
Other 8-letter words
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Words starting with TAR
- tar
- tarantula
- tarantulae
- tarantulas
- tarball
- tarballs
- tardier
- tardiest
- tardily
- tardiness
- tardy
- tare
- tared
- tares
- target
- targeted
- targeting
- targets
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Words ending with ING
Frequently asked questions
What does Tarrying mean?
To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.
How many letters are in Tarrying?
Tarrying has 8 letters.
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