Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tied

verb
/taɪd/
Definition
To fasten or secure something with a knot or a similar method.
Examples
  • She tied her shoelaces before leaving the house.
  • The two boats were tied together to stay in place.
  • He tied a ribbon around the gift to make it look nice.
Meaning
When something is tied, it is bound together or attached firmly, often to prevent movement.
Synonyms
  • bound
  • fastened
  • secured
  • attached