tie-down

noun

ˈtī-ˌdau̇n 

: a fitting or a system of lines and fittings used to secure something (such as an aircraft or cargo)

Examples of tie-down in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of securing to the truck frame outside the pickup bed like traditional Alaskan slide-in campers, the HS 640 leaves enough space to secure to the truck bed tie-down points, delivering a cleaner look. — New Atlas, 8 July 2026

Within a year, the Legislature beefed up safety regulations on mobile homes, requiring them to be secured with anchors and tie-downs to prevent overturning and sliding during heavy winds. — Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026

As Agent Duross began to discuss photos of package tie-down straps and bungee cords that were found in the van, Horner’s defense team objected to questions about why those items were important in the case, saying that anything Duross was told by someone else would be hearsay. — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026

Its elegant twill pattern is both durable for rigorous travel and premium-looking for serving looks at the airport, while its interior has an expandable compartment, one mesh pocket, and elastic tie-down straps to keep your belongings from shuffling around. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1942, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tie-down

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown