日入一词_114：tie [verb]

You can tie a report to one of the printers installed in the system.

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verb /taɪ/ (tied, tying, ties)

1

to fasten things together or hold them in a particular position using a piece of string, rope etc. OPP  untie [fasten = /'fæsən/ verb, to attach something firmly to another object or surface]

to fasten something around, over etc something else and tie the ends together. OPP  untie

to make a knot in a piece of string, rope etc, for example to fasten shoes or other clothes.

if a piece of clothing ties in a particular place, you fasten it there using a belt, bow etc.

to attach (someone or something) to something with a string, rope, etc.

to pass (something, such as a string, ribbon, or rope) around itself in a way that attaches it to something or holds it in place : to make a knot or bow in (something).

to close or hold (something) with a string, rope, etc., that is attached to it or wrapped around it.

to attach or hold two or more things together using string, rope, etc; to fasten sb/sth with string, rope, etc.

to fasten sth to or around sth else.

to make a knot in a piece of string, rope, etc.

to be closed or fastened with a knot, etc.

to connect or link sb/sth closely with sb/sth else.

to restrict sb and make them unable to do everything they want to.

to fasten together two ends of a piece of string or other long thin material, or to (cause to) hold together with a long, thin piece of string, material, etc.

to relate to or connect to.

to make a knot with two ends of a piece of string, rope etc.

to fasten something in a particular place using something such as rope.

to use something such as string to fasten several things together.

to be fastened using something such as string.

to combine things, or to form a connection between them.

if something ties you to a particular place or situation, you cannot leave it.

If you tie two things together or tie them, you fasten them together with a knot.

If you tie something or someone in a particular place or position, you put them there and fasten them using rope or string.

If you tie a piece of string or cloth around something or tie something with a piece of string or cloth, you put the piece of string or cloth around it and fasten the ends together.

If you tie a knot or bow in something or tie something in a knot or bow, you fasten the ends together.

When you tie something or when something ties, you close or fasten it using a bow or knot.

If you are tied to a particular place or situation, you are forced to accept it and cannot change it.

tie something to/behind/onto etc something

Tie this label to your suitcase.

tie somebody to something

They tied him to a tree and beat him up.

tie something together (with something)

I kept all his letters tied together with a ribbon /'rɪbən/.

tie somebody’s hands/arms/legs/feet

One of them tied her hands behind her back.

I tie my hair back when I’m jogging. [ jog = /dʒɑɡ/ verb, to run slowly and steadily, especially as a way of exercising]

tie something around/over/under etc something

He had only a towel tied around his waist.

She tied a scarf over her head.

Can you tie your shoelaces by yourself?

tie a knot/bow /baʊ/

She pulled the ribbon tightly and tied a bow.

This dress ties at the back.

His kidnappers tied him to a chair.

She tied (up) the dog to a post and went into the store. [ post = /post/ noun, 5). a strong upright piece of wood, metal etc that is fixed into the ground, especially to support something.]

He tied (up) his shoelaces/necktie.

She tied a scarf around her neck.

He tied the ropes together. [=he attached the ropes to each other by tying a knot]

She wrapped a ribbon around the box and tied a bow. [=made a bow]

She tied knots in the rope.

He tied the rope to a tree branch.

I tied the dog's leash /liʃ/ to a post and went into the store.

At the end of the book, she ties together the separate plots of the story.

You need to tie your shoe.

The butcher tied (up) the package with string.

His hands and feet had been tied together.

Tie your hair back (in a ponytail /'ponɪ'tel/) so it won't fall in your face.

She tied the apron /'eprən/ loosely around her waist.

The apron ties (up) in the back.

She tied the newspapers in a bundle.

He had to tie her hands together.

They tied him to a chair with cable.

Shall I tie the package or tape it?

I tie back my hair when I'm cooking.

She tied a label on to the suitcase.

to tie a ribbon

Can you help me tie my tie?

Tie up your shoelaces!

I tied a knot in the rope.

The skirt ties at the waist.

Pay increases are tied to inflation.

The house is tied to the job, so we'll have to move when I retire.

to be tied by a contract.

I want to work but I'm tied to the house with the baby.

I don't want to be tied to coming home at a particular time.

Could you tie this piece of string for me?

This skirt ties at the waist.

She tied the ribbon tightly in a bow/knot.

I tie my hair back when it's hot.

Tie (up) your shoelaces, or you'lltrip over.

Is the allergy /'ælɚdʒi/ tied to dairy /'dɛri/ products, for example?

Can you tie his behaviour up with anything that's happened recently?

Sally bent down to tie her shoelaces.

We’re teaching him how to tie a tie.

Jan tied his bike onto the back of the car.

Her hands were tied behind her back.

I always tie my hair back when I’m cooking.

She handed them two parcels tied with string. [hand = /hænd/ verb, to give something to someone else with your hand]

Tie the flowers into small bunches.

This skirt ties at the front.

This series ties together events from the past and present.

closely tied: Portugal’s economy is closely tied to Spain’s.

Many young mothers feel tied to the home and children.

An open ticket means you are not tied to returning on a particular day.

He tied the ends of the plastic bag together.

Mr Saunders tied her hands and feet.

He had tied the dog to one of the trees near the canal.

He tied her hands behind her back.

She tied her scarf over her head.

Roll the meat and tie it with string.

Dad handed me a big box wrapped in gold foil and tied with a red ribbon. [foil = /fɔɪl/ noun, metal sheets that are as thin as paper, used for wrapping food]

He took a short length of rope and swiftly tied a slip knot. [swiftly = /ˈs wɪftlɪ/ adv, happening or done quickly and immediately]

She tied a knot in a cherry stem. [stem = /stɛm/ noun, the long thin part of a plant, from which leaves, flowers, or fruit grow]

She grabbed her hair in both hands and swept it back, tying it in a loose knot.

She wore a checked shirt tied in a knot above the navel /'nevl/.

He pulled on his heavy suede shoes and tied the laces. [suede = /swed/ noun, soft leather with a slightly rough surface]

a long white thing around his neck that tied in front in a floppy bow. [floppy = /'flɑpi/ adjective, something that is floppy is soft and hangs down loosely rather than being stiff]

They had children and were consequently tied to the school holidays.

I wouldn't like to be tied to catching the last train home.

2

if two players, teams etc tie or are tied in a game or competition, they finish it with an equal number of points.

to make the score of a game or contest equal.

to end a game, race, etc., with the same score or in the same position as another person or team.

to achieve the same score, time, etc., as (a person, a record, etc.).

(of two teams, etc.) to have the same number of points.

to finish at the same time or score the same number of points, etc. in a competition as someone or something else.

if two players or teams in a game tie, they both have the same number of points.

If two people tie in a competition or game or if they tie with each other, they have the same number of points or the same degree of success.

tie with

At the end of the season, we were tied with the Tigers.

tie for first/second etc place

Woosnam and Lyle tied for fourth place on 264.

She tied (up) the score with a late goal.

He can tie (up) the game with a home run. [home run = a long hit in baseball which allows the player who hits the ball to run around all the bases and get a point]

The team still has a chance to tie.

He tied for first/second place. [=he and another competitor both finished with the same score in first/second place]

I had the lead but he tied me by making a birdie /'bɝdi/ on the last hole. [the lead = the first position in a race or competition]

Her time tied the world record.

He tied the school's record in the high jump.

England tied 2–2 with Germany in the first round.

They tied for second place.

The scores are tied at 3–3.

Last night's vote was tied.

Jane and I tied (for first place) in the spelling test.

We tied with a team from the south in the championships.

The game was tied 1–1 after extra time.

They tied for first place, with a time of 25.64 seconds.

Both teams had tied on points and goal difference.

Ronan Rafferty had tied with Frank Nobilo.

3

be tied to something

to be related to something and dependent on it.

to connect (someone or something) to another person or thing.

If you are tied to a job, place or person, you are forced to stay with them.

If one thing is tied to another or two things are tied, the two things have a close connection or link.

The flat is tied to the job. [flat  = /flæt/ noun, (especially British English) a place for people to live that consists of a set of rooms that are part of a larger building SYN  apartment]

Interest rates are tied to the rate of inflation. [interest = /ˈɪntrɪst/ noun, the extra money that you must pay back when you borrow money. money paid to you by a bank or financial institution when you keep money in an account there]

He argues that poverty is closely tied to poor /pɔr/ health. [=that poverty and poor health are closely related/connected]

The rise in crime has been tied [=linked] to drug dealing.

The rate of production is tied to consumer demand. [=the rate of production depends on consumer demand]

The prices of Web ads are tied to the number of visitors the sites have.

I felt tied to the job while I had a mortgage to pay.

Their cancers are not so clearly tied to radiation exposure.

My social life and business life are closely tied.

4

be tied to/by something

be tied to doing something

to be restricted by a particular situation, job etc, so that you cannot do exactly what you want.

to cause or require (someone) to be somewhere, do something, etc.

Many women felt tied to the house.

I didn’t want to be tied to commuting to London. [commute to/from/between= /kə'mjʊt/ verb, to regularly travel a long distance to get to work]

With children, you’re tied by school holidays.

He has responsibilities that tie him to this area. [=that prevent him from leaving this area]

I didn't want to be tied to driving her to work every day.

5

tie the knot

to get married.

When are you two going to tie the knot?

6

tie yourself (up) in knots

tie sb/yourself (up) in ˈknots

to become very upset because you are confused, nervous, or worried.

to cause problems for yourself because you are being too careful, trying too hard, etc.

to become very upset or worried.

to become or make sb very confused.

to become very confused or worried because you are in a difficult situation.

The mayor tied himself in knots answering a touchy political question. [=he answered it in a confused or unclear way]

I don't know why they're tying themselves in knots over such a trivial problem.

I got myself tied up in knots when I tried to explain the legal system to them.

I was tying myself in knots trying to explain what happened without getting him into trouble.

7

tie one on

(American English) to get drunk.

to become drunk.

to get very drunk.

He really tied one on last night.

8

tie somebody downphrasal verb

tie (something or someone) down

tie down (something or someone)

tie down to

tie sb ˈdown (to sth/to doing sth)

to restrict someone’s freedom to do what they want to do.

to attach (something or someone) especially to a flat surface by using string, rope, etc.

to limit the freedom of (someone).

to restrict sb's freedom, for example by making them accept particular conditions or by keeping them busy.

to limit someone's freedom.

to stop someone from being free to do what they want.

to force a group of soldiers to stay in one place.

A person or thing that ties you down restricts your freedom in some way.

She didn’t want to be tied down by a full-time job.

Are you ready to be tied down to a wife and children?

A storm was coming, so the captain ordered us to tie everything down.

She tied down the flaps of the tent. [ flap = /flæp/ noun, a thin flat piece of cloth, paper, skin etc that is fixed by one edge to a surface, which you can lift up easily] [tent = /tɛnt/ noun, a shelter consisting of a sheet of cloth supported by poles and ropes, used especially for camping ]

They had him tied down on a stretcher. [stretcher = /'strɛtʃɚ/ noun, a type of bed used for carrying someone who is too injured or ill to walk]

Having a family ties people down.

She doesn't want to tie herself down to a schedule.

-often used as (be) tied down

You're too young to be tied down with so much responsibility.

Kids tie you down, don't they?

I don't want to tie myself down to coming back on a particular date.

He's tied down by having to work every Saturday.

We'd like to travel more, but having children at school really ties us down.

I don’t want a relationship that ties me down.

A small rebel force is tying down thousands of government troops.

We'd agreed form the beginning not to tie each other down.

The reason he didn't have a family was that he didn't want to be tied down!

9

tie in with somethingphrasal verb

be tied in with something

tie in (something)

tie (something) in

tie ˈin (with sth)| ˌtie sth↔ˈin (with sth)

to be similar to another idea, statement etc, so that they seem to be true. SYN  match

to be related in some way to something else.

to happen at the same time as something else.

to connect (something) to something else - + to or with.

to match or agree with sth.

to link sth or be linked to sth; to happen, or arrange for sth to happen, at the same time as sth else.

to combine with something.

to provide more evidence that something is true.

If something such as an idea or fact ties in with or ties up with something else, it is consistent with it or connected with it.

Her description tied in with that of the other witness.

How does all this tie in with their long-term aims?

The book was published to tie in with the TV series.

The teacher tied in what we learned last week with today's lesson.

The publication of the senator's book was tied in to his announcement that he will run for president.

This evidence ties in closely with what we already know.

The concert will tie in with the festival of dance taking place the same weekend.

This project ties in with the language research he is doing.

Your findings tie in with our own satellite /'sætəlaɪt/ observation reports.

Our wedding had to tie in with David leaving the army.

I've got a feeling that the death may be tied up with his visit in some way.

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tie upphrasal verb

tie somebody ↔ up

tie something ↔ up

tie up (something)

tie up (somebody)

be tied up

tie up in

be tied up with something

tie up loose ends

tie up to

tie up (money) in (something) 

tie (money) up in (something)

tie up with (something)

be tied up with (something)

to tie someone’s arms, legs etc so that they cannot move. SYN  bind

to fasten something together, using string, rope etc.

to be very busy, so that you cannot do anything else.

(especially American English) to block a system or use it so much that other people cannot use it or it does not work effectively.

if your money is tied up in something, it is all being used for that thing and is not available for anything else.

to finish arranging all the details of something such as an agreement or a plan. SYN  finalize

to be very closely related to something. SYN  be linked to

to do the things that are necessary in order to finish a piece of work.

to tie an animal to something with a rope, chain etc SYN  tether

to tie a boat to something with a rope, chain etc. SYN  moor

to become attached or to attach (something) to a fixed object with a string, rope, etc.

to deal with (something) in order to complete something.

to prevent the use or progress of (something).

to invest (money) in (something) in a way that prevents it from being used for some other purpose.

to be connected or related to (something).

to tie rope, tape, etc., around the body, arms, or legs of (someone) in order to keep that person from moving or escaping.

to prevent (someone) from doing other things or from going to a particular place.

to attach a boat to a fixed object with a rope.

to close sth with a knot; to be closed or fastened with a knot.

to tie sb's arms and legs tightly so that they cannot move or escape.

to keep sb busy so that they have no time for other things.

to attach an animal to sth with a rope, chain, etc.

to connect or link sth to sth else.

to invest money so that it is not easily available for use.

to deal with all the remaining details of sth.

to make a person unable to move by tying a rope or something similar around their body or part of their body.

When someone is tied up, they are busy or are prevented from doing something, such as speaking to someone or going somewhere, because they are involved in another event or activity.

to fasten something together using string, rope or something similar.

to cause something, often money or possessions, not to be available for use.

to tie the ends of something together.

to fasten an animal to something such as a post.

to fasten rope around someone so that they cannot move or escape.

to fasten a boat to something, or to be fastened to something.

to make all the arrangements that are necessary for a deal or an agreement to be completed.

to connect something with something else.

When you tie something up, you fasten string or rope round it so that it is firm or secure.

If someone ties another person up, they fasten ropes or chains around them so that they cannot move or escape.

If you tie an animal up, you fasten it to a fixed object with a piece of rope so that it cannot run away.

If you tie up an issue or problem, you deal with it in a way that gives definite conclusions or answers.

The intruders tied Kurt up and left him. [intruder = /ɪn'trudɚ/ noun, someone who illegally enters a building or area, usually in order to steal something]

He tied up all the old newspapers.

I can’t see you tomorrow – I’ll be tied up all day.

Don’t tie up the phone lines making personal calls.

Protesters tied up the traffic for three hours today.

My money’s all tied up in the house.

We’d better tie up the details with a solicitor. [solicitor = /sə'lɪsɪtɚ/ noun,  a type of lawyer in Britain who gives legal advice, prepares the necessary documents when property is bought or sold, and defends people, especially in the lower courts of law → lawyer]

The shortage of teachers is tied up with the issue of pay.

I need to tie up a few loose ends before I go on vacation. [loose ends = a part of something (such as a job or story) that has not been completed]

She left the dog tied up to a tree.

We tied up alongside a barge. [barge = /bɑrdʒ/ noun, a large low boat with a flat bottom, used for carrying goods on a canal or river.]

There was a boat tied up at the jetty. [jetty = /'dʒɛti/ noun, a wide wall or flat area built out into the water, used for getting on and off boats]

They tied (the boat) up and jumped out.

The ferry ties up at the south slip.

The project is almost finished, but we still have a few final details to tie up. = We still have to tie up some loose ends.

The writer ties up all the loose ends at the end of the story.

He tied up the phone for an hour. [=he used the phone for an hour and other people could not use it]

Traffic was tied up [=backed up] for hours/miles.

They tied up all of their money in their new business.

- usually used as (be) tied up in

The money was tied up in stocks.

Today's lesson tied up with what was taught yesterday.

My life is tied up with hers.

The robbers tied up the clerk.

Meetings tied me up for most of the afternoon.

- usually used as (be) tied up

She was tied up in traffic.

I'd like to help but I'm a bit tied up at the moment.

We tied up alongside the quay. [quay = /kwei/ noun, a place in a town or village where boats can be tied up or can stop to load and unload goods]

We tied the boat up.

to tie up a garbage bag.

The gang tied up a security guard.

I'm tied up in a meeting until 3.

He left his dog tied up to a tree.

Her behaviour is tied up with her feelings of guilt. [guilt = /ɡɪlt/ noun, a strong feeling of shame and sadness because you know that you have done something wrong]

Most of the capital is tied up in property. [capital = /'kæpɪtl/ noun, money or property, especially when it is used to start a business or to produce more wealth]

We are hoping to tie up the deal by tomorrow.

I went into the office for an hour to tie up any loose ends(= finish remaining small jobs).

The burglars had tied him up (to the bed). [burglar = /'bɝɡlɚ/ noun, someone who goes into houses, shops etc to steal things]

I'm afraid we can't meet till Wednesday - I'm tied up on Monday and Tuesday.

Mrs Moran is tied up in a meeting at the moment, but I'll ask her to call you later.

Could you tie up the parcel for me? [parcel = /'pɑrsl/ noun, an object that has been wrapped in paper or put in a special envelope, especially so that it can be sent by post SYN  package]

All my money is tied up in property.

He tied up the printer all morning, printing out his reports.

Tie up your shoelaces before you trip over them.

This is where you tie up your horse.

They tied him up and locked him in the cellar. [cellar = /'sɛlɚ/ noun, a room under a house or other building, often used for storing things]

The bigger cruisers tie up at the island’s western end. [cruiser = /'krʊzɚ/ noun, 1).a large fast ship used by the navy. 2).a boat used for pleasure. 3). a police car (American English)]

I’ve just tied up arrangements for a bank loan.

tie up (the) loose ends[to deal with the last few things that have to be done before you can finish something. We’ve just got a few loose ends to tie up and then the report will be ready.]

He tied up the bag and took it outside.

Masked robbers broke in, tied him up, and made off with $8,000.

At about 5 a.m. they struck again in Fetcham, tying up a couple and ransacking their house. [ransack = /'rænsæk/ verb, 1).to go through a place, stealing things and causing damage. 2).to search a place very thoroughly, often making it untidy]

Would you go and tie your horse up please.

They dismounted, tied up their horses and gave them the grain they had brought. [dismount = /dɪs'maʊnt/ verb, 1).to get off a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle OPP  mount. 2).to take something, especially a gun, out of its base or support]

Kingfisher confirmed that it hopes to tie up a deal within the next two weeks.

We could have tied the whole case up without getting you and Smith shot at. [shoot at =1).to make a bullet or arrow come from a weapon, 2).shoot for/at something phrasal verb especially American English informalto try to achieve a particular aim, especially one that is very difficult SYN aim for]

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tie off (something)

tie (something) off

to fasten or hold (something) by tying a knot or bow at its end

to close (something) with string, thread, etc.

to put a knot in the end of sth; to close sth with string, thread, etc

I finished knitting the last row and tied off the yarn. [knit = /nɪt/ verb, to make (a piece of clothing) from yarn or thread by using long needles or a special machine] [yarn = /jɑrn/ noun, a long, thin piece of cotton, wool, etc., that is thicker than thread and that is used for knitting and weaving]

The surgeon /'sɝdʒən/ tied off the vein.

to tie off a rope.

to tie off an artery.

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tied to your mother's/wife's apron strings

If you say that someone, especially a man, is tied to his mother's/wife's apron strings, it means that he is strongly influenced and controlled by that person

George never comes out with the rest of us - he's tied to his wife's apron strings.

[apron strings = the relationship between a child and its mother, especially if the mother controls an adult son or daughter too much]

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