Meaning of the word tardy in English

What does tardy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tardy

US /ˈtɑːr.di/
UK /ˈtɑː.di/
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Adjective

late or delayed

Example:
The student was marked tardy for class.
The delivery of the package was tardy.