I. noun
1.
Synonyms: bond 3, knot, ligament, ligature, link, nexus, vinculum, yoke
Related Word: fastener, fastening; attachment
2.
Synonyms: draw 4, deadlock, dogfall, stalemate, standoff
II. verb
1.
to make fast and secure
tie a bundle with strong cord
Synonyms: bind, tie up
Related Word: attach, fasten; connect, join, link; anchor, moor, rivet, secure; lash, truss (up); band, cinch, gird, rope
Contrasted words: loose, loosen; disconnect
Antonyms: untie
2.
Synonyms: marry 2, ||hitch, mate, splice, wed
3.
Synonyms: hamper , clog, curb, entrammel, fetter, hobble, hog-tie, leash, shackle, trammel
Idioms: tie hand and foot, tie one's hands
Antonyms: untie
4.
Synonyms: equal 3, match, measure up, meet, rival, touch