tied (Adjective) — Bound or secured closely. ex. "the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied"
tied (Adjective) — Bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection. ex. "people tied by blood or marriage"
tied (Adjective) — Fastened with strings or cords. ex. "a neatly tied bundle"
tied (Adjective) — Closed with a lace. ex. "snugly tied shoes"
tied (Adjective) — Of the score in a contest. ex. "the score is tied"
tied (Verb) — Fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord. ex. "They tied their victim to the chair"
tied (Verb) — Finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc.. ex. "The teams drew a tie"
tied (Verb) — Limit or restrict to. ex. "I am tied to UNIX" ex. "These big jets are tied to large airports"
tied (Verb) — Connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces. ex. "Tie the ropes together"
tied (Verb) — Form a knot or bow in. ex. "tie a necktie"
tied (Verb) — Create social or emotional ties.
tied (Verb) — Perform a marriage ceremony.
tied (Verb) — Make by tying pieces together. ex. "The fishermen tied their flies"
tied (Verb) — Unite musical notes by a tie.