tie up

What does the phrasal verb “tie up” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “tie up“, illustrated with examples:

Definition

1. To occupy, detain, keep busy, or delay.
2. To secure with rope, string, etc.

Example(s)

1. He’s tied up in a meetin at the moment.
2. She’d tied up her hair before she left.

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