1 definition by MilkandHoney
verb, possibly from the Swahili. Not letting go of one romantic relationship until getting a firm hold on another of an equal or greater value; derived from the fictional jungle character Tarzan as he swings from vine to vine. This activity is common of a person who cannot be alone.
Althea did not want to tarzan to Roger when she realized that her love affair with Marvin was doomed. Instead, she waited for several months after her break-up with Marvin before asking Roger out on a date.
by MilkandHoney February 3, 2010