tarn

Meanings

• noun

  A small mountain lake that is fed by rain or melted snow, not connected to a larger body of water.

  - "The hikers reached a tarn nestled among the mountains."
  - "Fish from the tarn were cooked over an open fire."
  - "The tarn reflected the vibrant colors of the autumn foliage."

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Pronunciation

1. /tɑːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tarn
arn , urn , sparn , swarn

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Variants

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tarn , tarns , Tarn

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Etymology

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Old Norse 'tar' meaning 'lake' or 'pool'

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Trivia

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1. Tarns are often found in alpine regions and are formed by glacial or moraine dams.

2. The largest tarn in the world is Tarn Pling Coire in Scotland, with a surface area of approximately 1.2 square kilometers.

3. Tarns are an important habitat for many species of fish, including trout and char.

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Related Concepts

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1. lake: A body of still water, larger than a pond and smaller than a sea or a lake.

2. mountain lake: A lake located in or near a mountain range.

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Culture

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Tarns have been featured in literature and art, particularly in the works of Romantic poets and painters who celebrated the beauty and tranquility of nature.

How to Memorize "tarn"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, clear lake nestled among mountains. Visualize the still water reflecting the surrounding landscape.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tarn' with the image of a peaceful, mountainous setting.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'TARN' stands for 'Tranquil And Refreshing Nature's Gift'.

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