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Definition of tarty

tarty

/ˈtɑːr.ti/
tar · ty
Adverb:tartily
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• adjective

1

British Dressed or made up in a cheap, garish, or sexually provocative manner.

Example

"The costume designer rejected the outfit, arguing that the bright sequins looked too tarty for the character."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in informal British English, this term carries strong derogatory and judgmental connotations when applied to a person's clothing or demeanor, and should not be confused with 'tart' (meaning sour or sharp in taste).

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• Nearby Words

tartly
tartness
tartu
tarty
tarwhine
tarzan
tase

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tarty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tarty
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