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Definition of 'tarp'Etymology 1
Noun
( en-noun)
Short form of tarpaulin.
* 1986 , , Concrete: Under the Desert Stars , Dark Horse Books
- {Gun pointing at head} Sorry, Quigley, but you had your chance to cooperate. / Bob, straighten the tarp , we don’t want the rug splattered.
Usage notes
* The short form might be perceived as informal, but it has replaced tarpaulin in most situations.
Verb
( en-verb)
To cover something with a tarpaulin.
* 2001 , Verne Huser, River Running: Canoeing, Kayaking, Rowing, Rafting , page 136
- The load may be tarped' for serious white water, but ' tarped or not, everything should be tied securely in case of capsize.
Etymology 2
Noun
( en-noun)
(humorous|chiefly|Internet slang)
Anagrams
* part
* prat
* rapt
* trap
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