tied meaning and definition

TIED adjective

Definition of tied (adjective)

1. bound or secured closely
   • "the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied"; "a trussed chicken"
   • synonyms: trussed
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"
   • synonyms: fastened
   • antonym: unfastened
4. closed with a lace
   • "snugly laced shoes"
   • synonyms: laced
   • antonym: unlaced
5. of the score in a contest
   • "the score is tied"
   • synonyms: even, level