tie down

US /taɪ daʊn/

UK /taɪ daʊn/

1.

to fasten something securely with rope or cord

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We need to tie down the tent before the storm hits.

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Make sure to tie down all loose items on the boat.

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fasten secure moor lash anchor

2.

to restrict someone's freedom or ability to act

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His current job really ties him down, so he can't travel much.

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Don't let responsibilities tie you down too much.

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restrict confine hinder constrain limit

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