I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ transitive verb
Etymology: back-formation from tongue-tied
: to deprive of speech or the power of distinct articulation by or as if by a tongue-tie or a gag : make speechless, silent, or unable to speak freely
II. noun
Etymology: back-formation from tongue-tied
: limited mobility of the tongue due to shortness of the frenum or to its adhesion to the gums