tied

definition: bound or secured closely
example: The guard was found trussed up with their arms and legs securely tied.
speech part: adjective
synonyms: trussed
definition: closed with a lace
example:
speech part: adjective
synonyms: laced
definition: fastened with strings or cords
example: a neatly tied bundle
speech part: adjective
synonyms: fastened
definition: bound together by or as if by a strong rope
example:
speech part: adjective
synonyms:
definition: of the score in a contest
example:
speech part: adjective
synonyms: even level

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