Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tether
noun and verb
/ˈtɛðər/
Definition
A tether is a rope, chain, or similar restraint used to hold an object in place or limit its movement.
Examples
- The dog was tethered to a post in the yard.
- Using a tether, she secured her kayak to the dock.
Meaning
To tether something means to tie it down or secure it so that it cannot move freely.
Synonyms
- rope
- leash
- chain
- tie
- fastening
