Definition & Meaning of "tie up"

to tie up

[phrase form: tie]

to fasten an object securely with ropes

(in crocheting) to complete the final row of stitches before finishing the project

to prevent something from normal movement or operation

to safely attach a boat in its dock

to invest money or resources in a way that restricts their availability for other uses

Example

Please tie up the curtain to let more light in.

Tie up the DIY project with a creative flourish.

After a day of sailing, we always tie up the sailboat at the marina.

As the saying goes, when spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion.

Could you please tie up the speedboat before we go ashore?

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