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tarn

noun

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Meaning

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A small mountain lake or pool.

Example Sentence

The hikers rested by the clear, cold tarn nestled in the mountain valley.

Usage Note

Used to describe small, high-altitude lakes, often found in mountainous regions, especially in Scotland and Northern England.