Definitions

1. verb

to stay or remain in a place, especially for a short time, or to delay doing something

“We had to tarry at the bus stop for 15 minutes before the bus arrived.”

2. noun

a period of time spent staying or remaining in a place

“We spent the whole day at the beach, and our tarry was filled with sun and fun.”

3. adverb

for a short time, or in a brief period

“We will tarry only for a moment before heading out to dinner.”