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Pronunciation: /tɑːt/

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Definition of tart

adjective

  • sharp or acid in taste:a tart apple
  • (of a remark or tone of voice) cutting, bitter, or sarcastic:a tart reply

Derivatives

tartly

adverb

tartness

noun

Origin:

Old English teart 'harsh, severe', of unknown origin

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