The term 'tarries' is an action verb meaning to stay or wait for a period of time. It can be used synonymously with other words such as 'stays', 'lags', 'BIDES', 'lingers', 'loiters', and 'waits'. All of these words have the same meaning, but are slightly different in their connotations. For example, 'stays' implies a more permanent situation, while 'waits' implies a more temporary one. Similarly, 'delays' implies a more intentional act of waiting.