tarry
adjective
1. having the characteristics of pitch or tar
noun
1. A sojourn.
verb
1. be about
Similar word(s): footle, lallygag, linger, loaf, loiter, lollygag, lounge, lurk
Definition categories: stative, be
2. leave slowly and hesitantly
Similar word(s): linger
Definition categories: motion, leave
Sentences with tarry as a verb:
- It is true that the Messiah will come, though he may tarry. (Hitchens quoting translated Maimonides)