tying
/ˈtaɪ.ɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: tyings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Action of the verb to tie; ligature.
Noun
Examples
It cost us several tyings and untyings before her ladyship was pleased with her own foot.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act or process of washing ores in a buddle.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tying” mean?
Action of the verb to tie; ligature.
Is “tying” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.