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tie
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- pronunciation:
- taI
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- phrases:
- tie up
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the short form of necktie.
He wears a tie to work.
- synonyms:
- necktie
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| definition 2: |
a condition in which each competitor in a game or race has the same number of points.
Our team finally won the game when we broke the tie. |
| related words: |
latch |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
ties, tying, tied |
| definition: |
to fasten with something like a string or rope.
He tied the boat to the dock.She tied her hair back with a ribbon.- synonyms:
- bind
- antonyms:
- untie
- similar words:
- attach, fasten, lace
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| related words: |
connect |
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| phrase: |
tie up |
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