Definition of tie in (Entry 2 of 2) transitive verb. : to bring into connection with something relevant: such as. a : to make the final connection of tied in the new branch pipeline. b : to coordinate in such a manner as to produce balance and unity the illustrations were tied in with the text.

1. To have or create a close association with or connection to something; to complement or closely relate to something. This ties in to the earlier theory that social interactions are actually an evolutionary development. The film uses very particular colors to tie in with the theme of grief.

a connection between two things, businesses, etc., often a connection between two products that are related or are sold together: The rules bar advertisements for products that have tie-ins to …

tied - bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection; "people tied by blood or marriage"

Definition of tie (Entry 2 of 2) 1 a : a line, ribbon, or cord used for fastening, uniting, or drawing something closed especially : shoelace. b (1) : a structural element (such as a rod or angle iron) holding two pieces together : a tension member in a construction.

tied. / ( taɪd) /. See synonyms for tied on Thesaurus.com. adjective British. (of a public house, retail shop, etc) obliged to sell only the beer, products, etc, of a particular producera tied house; …

To bind, oblige, or constrain someone, something, or some group to something else. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "tie" and "in." This proposed legislation will tie us in to rest of the rules of the customs union in ways that will ultimately undermine our ability to govern ourselves independently.

tied; tied island; tied oneself to the mast; tied out; tied-back; tied-down; tied-house; tied-in