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Definition of tie
tied
;tying
play \ˈtī-iŋ\ ortieing
transitive verb
1a : to fasten, attach, or close by means of a tieb : to form a knot or bow in tie your scarfc : to make by tying constituent elements tied a wreath tie a fishing fly
2a : to place or establish in relationship : connectb : to unite in marriagec : to unite (musical notes) by a tied : to join (power systems) electrically
3 : to restrain from independence or freedom of action or choice : constrain by or as if by authority, influence, agreement, or obligation
4a (1) : to make or have an equal score with in a contest (2) : to equalize (the score) in a game or contest (3) : to equalize the score of (a game)b : to provide or offer something equal to : equal
intransitive verb
: to make a tie: such asa : to make a bond or connectionb : to make an equal scorec : to become attachedd : to close by means of a tie
tie into
: to attack with vigor
tie one on
slang
: to get drunk
tie the knot
: to perform a marriage ceremony; also : to get married
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Examples of tie in a Sentence
He was wearing a suit and tie.
You have a spot on your tie.
The pants have a tie at the top.
He was not ready to accept the ties of family life.
Recent Examples of tie from the Web
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With ropes tied around their waists, repair workers spread cement on the wall's steep sides, while others hold the ropes for support, the fate of their teammates dangling perilously in their hands.
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Other’s wait ‘til the end to tie that proverbial knot in your throat.
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The beaming bride had just tied the knot with her husband, Scott Robertson, that day.
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However, Marston’s feminist message was undercut somewhat by his propensity to depict Wonder Woman tied up with ropes or chains.
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First Known Use of tie
before 12th century
Other Railroad Terms
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Definition of tie
1a : a line, ribbon, or cord used for fastening, uniting, or drawing something closed; especially : shoelaceb (1) : a structural element (such as a rod or angle iron) holding two pieces together : a tension member in a construction (2) : any of the transverse supports to which railroad rails are fastened to keep them in line
2 : something that serves as a connecting link: such asa : a moral or legal obligation to someone or something typically constituting a restraining power, influence, or dutyb : a bond of kinship or affection
3 : a curved line that joins two musical notes of the same pitch to denote a single tone sustained through the time value of the two
4a : an equality in number (as of votes or scores)b : equality in a contest; also : a contest that ends in a draw
5 : a method or style of tying or knotting
6 : something that is knotted or is to be knotted when worn: such asa : necktieb : a low laced shoe : oxford
Examples of tie in a Sentence
His kidnappers tied him to a chair.
She tied a scarf around her neck.
She tied knots in the rope.
You need to tie your shoe.
His hands and feet had been tied together.
She tied the apron loosely around her waist.
The team still has a chance to tie.
I had the lead but he tied me by making a birdie on the last hole.
Her time tied the world record.
He tied the school's record in the high jump.
Recent Examples of tie from the Web
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AP-HP, his principal employer, had been left unaware of any of these ties.
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The Royals (42-40) moved to a season-high two games over .500, sliding into a three-way tie for the second Wild Card spot in the American League.
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Qatar’s rulers have deep tribal ties to Saudi Arabia and have spent much of the last two decades trying to shake loose from their neighbor’s influence.
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The assist was the second of the campaign for Wiedeman, who moved into a six-way tie for the team lead in assists.
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France’s recent elections give the eurozone a historic opportunity to deepen economic ties, led by a deeper relationship with Germany, according to Bruno Le Maire, the country’s new finance and economy minister.
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High jump: Jordan Anderson, Valparaiso, sophomore: Followed up his breakout freshman season with a jump of 6-4 at state, finishing in a five-way tie for eighth.
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The first executive order targeted refugees, immigrants, and tourists from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen (all Muslim-majority nations where Trump has no business ties).
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Uber employees are reportedly uncomfortable with the way that Huffington has skillfully stepped into the Uber’s leadership void, not to mention her close ties to Kalanick, but that hasn’t stopped her sudden rise.
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Origin and Etymology of tie
Middle English teg, tye, from Old English tēag; akin to Old Norse taug rope, Old English tēon to pull — more at 1tow
TIE Defined for English Language Learners
tie
playDefinition of tie for English Language Learners
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: a piece of string, ribbon, cord, etc., that is used for fastening, joining, or closing something
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: something (such as an idea, interest, experience, or feeling) that is shared by people or groups and that forms a connection between them
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: a responsibility that limits a person's freedom to do other things
tie
Definition of tie for English Language Learners
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: to attach (someone or something) to something with a string, rope, etc.
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: to pass (something, such as a string, ribbon, or rope) around itself in a way that attaches it to something or holds it in place : to make a knot or bow in (something)
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: to close or hold (something) with a string, rope, etc., that is attached to it or wrapped around it
TIE Defined for Kids
Definition of tie for Students
1 : necktie
2 : an equality in number (as of votes or scores) The game ended in a tie.
3 : a contest that ends with an equal score They finished the season with six wins and two ties.
4 : one of the cross supports to which railroad rails are fastened
5 : a connecting link : bond family ties
6 : a line, ribbon, or cord used for fastening, joining, or closing
7 : a part (as a beam or rod) holding two pieces together
Definition of tie for Students
tied
;tying
\ˈtī-iŋ\ ortieing
1 : to fasten, attach, or close by means of a tie
2 : to form a knot or bow in
3 : to bring together firmly : unite They are tied by marriage.
4 : to hold back from freedom of action Obligations tied her down.
5 : to make or have an equal score with in a contest
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