Tied has 7 different meanings across 1 category:
Adjective
Verb
1
simple past tense and past participle of tie
"The package was tied securely before being shipped."
In plain English: To tie something means to fasten it securely by wrapping and knotting string, rope, or similar material around an object.
"The red team tied with the blue team in last night's football match."
Adjective
1
bound or secured closely
"the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied"
"a trussed chicken"
2
bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection
"people tied by blood or marriage"
3
fastened with strings or cords
"a neatly tied bundle"
4
closed with a lace
"snugly laced shoes"
5
of the score in a contest
"the score is tied"
6
Closely connected or associated.
"The new policy is tied to the success of the local economy."
In plain English: Tied means being connected to something else so you cannot move it freely.
"He was tied for first place in the race after crossing the finish line at the same time."
Example Sentences
"He was tied for first place in the race after crossing the finish line at the same time."
adj
"The red team tied with the blue team in last night's football match."
verb
"He tied his shoelaces before going outside."
verb
"The two friends tied a knot in the rope to secure their gear."
verb
"She tied her hair back with a simple ribbon for work."
verb
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