tied

adjective

1. 1

   bound or secured closely

   the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied

   a trussed chicken

2. 2

   closed with a lace

   snugly laced shoes

3. 3

   fastened with strings or cords

   a neatly tied bundle

4. 4

   of the score in a contest

   the score is tied

5. 5

   bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection

   people tied by blood or marriage