No. 205 in Tamil
தற
The Tamil word "தற" refers to a "loom" (a device used for weaving).
In a sentence
தறவுடலை பயன்படுத்தி நெசவாளர் நூலை திரிகிறார்.
The weaver spins yarn using the loom.
Here, 'தற' refers to a traditional hand-loom used for weaving.
தறவழியில் அவரது இளம் சொற்பொழிவு பரவியது.
His short speech spread quickly through unconventional means.
In this context, 'தறவழி' combines 'தற' to mean 'unconventional' or 'out of the ordinary.'
தற்நிலை வாழ்க்கையை பலர் விரும்புகிறார்கள்.
Many prefer an independent lifestyle.
Here, 'தற்நிலை' builds on 'தற' to convey 'self' or 'autonomous,' leading to the meaning 'independent.'
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