Tarred

The past participle of the verb 'tar', meaning to cover something with tar, a black, sticky, viscous liquid derived from wood or coal. This process is often used for waterproofing, sealing, or preserving surfaces. Figuratively, 'tarred' can also describe someone or something stained or blemished with wrongdoing or criticism. The act implies a process of application resulting in a coated or treated state. The implications could involve covering something's exterior, or affecting the subject in a metaphorical sense of defilement. The substance, tar, is a residue from destructive distillation.

Tarred meaning with examples

• The old wooden fence was heavily tarred to protect it from the harsh coastal weather and prevent rotting, ensuring its longevity for years to come. This was essential for the durability.
• After the incident, the politician's reputation was tarred by scandal, leaving his public image tarnished and his future political career uncertain because the damage was irreversible.
• The ship's hull was tarred before its long voyage across the ocean to prevent water damage and to make it waterproof. It was a lengthy process, but essential to protect the ship.
• The protestors tarred and feathered the effigy of the corrupt CEO, symbolically showing their outrage against his unethical business practices as they wished to publicly shame him.
• The roof of the shed was tarred to ensure it remained waterproof during heavy rain, safeguarding the contents from any damage. It saved much from a potential disaster.