tarn

noun \ˈtärn\

: a small lake among mountains

Full Definition of TARN

: a small steep-banked mountain lake or pool

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Middle English terne, tarne, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse tjǫrn small lake

First Known Use: 14th century

geographical name \ˈtärn\

river 233 miles (375 kilometers) S France flowing W into the Garonne

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