TIE

TIE 1 syllable

B1 · Intermediate 📏 3 letters 🎲 Scrabble 3 ✅ valid word

Useful in everyday and work contexts.

noun
  1. neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
  2. a social or business relationship
  3. equality of score in a contest
  4. a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separating

💬 Examples

  • "he stood in front of the mirror tightening his necktie"
  • "he wore a vest and tie"
  • "a valuable financial affiliation"
  • "he was sorry he had to sever his ties with other members of the team"

🔗 Similar words

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verb
  1. fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
  2. finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc.
  3. limit or restrict to
  4. connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

💬 Examples

  • "They tied their victim to the chair"
  • "The teams drew a tie"
  • "I am tied to UNIX"
  • "These big jets are tied to large airports"

🔗 Similar words

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