Definition: Tarryingness is a concept in the field of linguistics and semantics that refers to the degree to which a word or phrase is used as a verb. It measures how much weight a word carries in the sentence, based on its frequency and usage within the context of a particular text. In other words, tarryingness is a measure of how frequently a word is used and how it contributes to the overall meaning and coherence of a sentence. A word with high tarryingness is
what should be said.