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tar·dy

tardy

part of speech:	adjective
inflections:	tardier, tardiest
definition:	late or delayed. She is never tardy for work, but sometimes leaves early. synonyms: belated, deferred, delayed, late, postponed antonyms: prompt, punctual, quick similar words: overdue

derivations:	tardily (adv.), tardiness (n.)

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