tie off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To close, seal, or end something by tying a knot.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To close (something) with string, thread, etc.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To tie something around the arm in order to restrict blood flow for the purposes of intravenous drug injection.
Register: informal
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tie off” mean?
To close, seal, or end something by tying a knot.
Is “tie off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.