tie-down

noun

ˈtī-ˌdau̇n 

: a fitting or a system of lines and fittings used to secure something (such as an aircraft or cargo)

Examples of tie-down in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

All that tie-down track is there to help keep everything safe and secure, and Sportcaravan also offers more purpose-specific mounts and carrier hardware for things like motorbike and bicycles. —New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2025

The compact suitcase has four smooth multi-direction spinner wheels, a tie-down compression strap, an adjustable telescopic handle, and top and side gel carry handles for easy lifting. —Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2025

And there are plenty of areas for item storage and metal tie-downs to keep everything securely in place. —Michael Harley, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024

Consider adding safety measures such as tie-downs or clips that attach the tree to a wall for extra stability. —Sara Hansen, The Denver Post, 13 Dec. 2024

The carry-on opens up to one deep compartment that holds everything in place with adjustable tie-down straps. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024

Inside, this bag has a large zippered pocket on the opening flap, a tie-down compression flap, two more zippered pockets, and a detachable fold-out suiter and wet bag. —Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024

In addition to holding up the bed, the tie-down rails can be used for mounting hardware and accessories like the paper towel holder pictured in photos. —New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2024

The interior contains a mesh zip pocket for organization and tie-down straps to keep your belongings secure. —Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1942, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tie-down

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown