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Tie

verb
/taɪ/

Meaning

to fasten with string or rope; to have equal scores in a competition
to fasten or bind with a knot or string

Example Sentences

Please tie your shoelaces before running.

He tied his shoes before leaving.

Example Expressions

tie the knot

Synonyms

bind, fasten, secure, connect, knot
Entry 1
bind, fasten, secure, connect
Entry 2
bind, fasten, knot, secure

Antonyms

untie, loosen, separate, disconnect
Entry 1
untie, loosen, separate, disconnect
Entry 2
untie, loosen

Collocations

tie shoes, tie knot, tie up, tie down, tie together, tie a knot, tie the rope
Entry 1
tie shoes, tie knot, tie up, tie down, tie together
Entry 2
tie a knot, tie shoes, tie the rope

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