tie

verb

\ ˈtī

tied; tying\ ˈtī-iŋ

\ or tieing

Definition of tie

(Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

1a : to fasten, attach, or close by means of a tie

b : to form a knot or bow in tie your scarf

c : to make by tying constituent elements tied a wreath tie a fishing fly

2a : to place or establish in relationship : connect

b : to unite in marriage

c : to unite (musical notes) by a tie

d : 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 as

a : to make a bond or connection

b : to make an equal score

c : to become attached

d : 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

tie

noun

Definition of tie (Entry 2 of 2)

1a : a line, ribbon, or cord used for fastening, uniting, or drawing something closed especially : shoelace

b(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 as

a : a moral or legal obligation to someone or something typically constituting a restraining power, influence, or duty

b : 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 as

a : necktie

b : a low laced shoe : oxford

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Synonyms & Antonyms for tie

Synonyms: Verb

band, bind, truss

Synonyms: Noun

dead heat, draw, stalemate, standoff

Antonyms: Verb

unbind, untie

Examples of tie in a Sentence

Verb

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.

Noun

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.

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Clint Bowyer, currently ranked 15th in the standings sits eight points ahead of Daniel Suarez and Ryan Newman — who are tied for 16th — while Jimmie Johnson faces an uphill climb at 18 points behind. — Ellen J. Horrow, USA TODAY, "NASCAR at Indianapolis 2019: Schedule, lineup, TV and weather for Brickyard 400," 8 Sep. 2019 The 2018 Gators tied LSU for the SEC lead with a plus-12 turnover margin. — Edgar Thompson, orlandosentinel.com, "UF scouting report: No. 11 Gators to host 41-point underdog UT-Martin," 7 Sep. 2019 Serena Williams lost to Canadian tennis player Bianca Andreescu in the U.S. Open final, missing her chance to tie for the most Grand Slam singles title wins ever. — Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, "Serena Williams loses U.S. Open to Bianca Andreescu, a 19-year-old Canadian," 7 Sep. 2019 Over/under: Back the UNDER (51.5, -105) on a number tied for the highest in the CFL this week. — Esten Mclaren, USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire, "Toronto Argonauts at Ottawa Redblacks odds, predictions, picks and best bets," 6 Sep. 2019 German leads the league in winning percentage and is tied for the lead with 17 wins. — Andrew Mahoney, BostonGlobe.com, "Game 141: Yankees at Red Sox lineups and notes," 6 Sep. 2019 On the air: streaming at usdtoreros.com Toreros notes: Michael Bandy’s 10 catches rank tied for fifth in the FCS. ... — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Toreros will try to shore up defense against UC Davis," 6 Sep. 2019 Williams will be aiming for her 24th Grand Slam singles title, which would tie Margaret Court for the all-time record. — The Si Staff, SI.com, "Serena Williams vs. Bianca Andreescu: Keys to the Match, Predictions for U.S. Open Final," 6 Sep. 2019 In the team's four exhibition games, Mitchell led Team USA in 3-pointers made (6), tied for the lead in steals (4), was second in points (12.5) and minutes averaged (23.3), and was third on the team in total assists (8). — Robert Rimpson, The Courier-Journal, "Donovan Mitchell has become a vital player for Team USA in the FIBA Basketball World Cup," 6 Sep. 2019

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Authorities described Reed as a transient with ties to Marin City and Vallejo. — Gary Klien, The Mercury News, "North Bay detox murder suspect ordered to stand trial," 9 Sep. 2019 The Cambridge City Council, which is also considering renaming streets and buildings named after those with ties to the slave trade, unanimously supported the state bill. — New York Times, "A State Wrestles With Its Imagery: A Sword Looming Over a Native American," 7 Sep. 2019 Since Trump became president, there have been thousands of visits to his properties, not only by Trump himself, but by foreign leaders, lobbyists, Republican candidates, members of Congress, Cabinet members, and others with ties to the president. —

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