Tie

/taɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A strip of cloth worn around the neck, usually under the collar of a shirt, and tied in front.

He wore a blue tie with his suit for the wedding.

A situation in which two or more competitors achieve the same score or position.

The game ended in a tie after both teams scored two goals.

A connection or bond between people.

Their long friendship formed a strong tie that lasted through the years.

verb

To fasten or secure with a knot or bow.

She will tie her shoelaces before going out for a run.

To bind someone with a promise or obligation.

The agreement will tie him to the project for at least two years.

Middle English, from Old English 'tīgan' meaning to draw tight.

tie the knot

To get married.

tie up loose ends

To finish or complete something.

tie one on

To get drunk.

knot

A fastening made by tying a piece of string or rope.

link

A relationship or connection between things.

To tie one on

He really tied one on last night at the bar.

Tie game

That was an intense tie game; neither team could pull ahead.