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TIE DOWN

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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Tie Down.

Tie Down - as a verb

Secure with or as if with ropes

Example: "Tie down the prisoners"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bind7truss5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
confine12constrain11hold8restrain8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Restrain from independence by an obligation

Example: "He was tied down by his work"

Example Sentences

"He used a tie down to secure the tent during the storm."
"Please make sure all the tie downs are properly fastened."
"The trucker checked the tie downs to ensure the cargo was secure."
"I need to buy some new tie downs for my kayak."
"The airline requires all luggage to be properly secured with tie downs."
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