CultureAugust 3, 2026

tarn

TARN

Definition

A small mountain lake or pool, often one formed in a cirque excavated by a glacier.

Etymology

The word originates from the Old Norse 'tjörn', meaning a small lake or pond, and is commonly found in the dialects of northern England, particularly in the Lake District.

In the news

In the article, the word is used to describe a reedy pool of water near the ridge where the children establish their home, emphasizing the rugged, natural setting of the landscape.

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The Spectator Australia

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