Hogtied: meaning, definitions and examples
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hogtied
[ ˈhɔɡˌtaɪd ]
physical restraint
To hogtie someone means to tie their hands and feet together in such a way that they cannot move. This term is often used in the context of restraining animals or people who are causing trouble. The action typically involves using ropes or cords to bind the limbs securely. Hogtying is generally considered a method of subduing that can be used in various scenarios, including law enforcement and entertainment, such as in rodeos.
Synonyms
bound, restrained, tied up.
Examples of usage
- The cowboy hogtied the calf during the rodeo.
- The officers hogtied the suspect to prevent him from escaping.
- During the rescue, they had to hogtie the injured animal for transport.
- In the movie, the villain was hogtied by the hero.
Translations
Translations of the word "hogtied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 amarrado
🇮🇳 बाधित
🇩🇪 gefesselt
🇮🇩 terikat
🇺🇦 зв'язаний
🇵🇱 wiązany
🇯🇵 縛られた
🇫🇷 attaché
🇪🇸 atado
🇹🇷 bağlı
🇰🇷 묶인
🇸🇦 مربوط
🇨🇿 svázaný
🇸🇰 zviazaný
🇨🇳 被绑
🇸🇮 zvezan
🇮🇸 bönd
🇰🇿 байланған
🇬🇪 დაკავებული
🇦🇿 bağlanmış
🇲🇽 atado
Etymology
The term 'hogtie' originated in the mid-20th century and is believed to be derived from the practice of tying hogs or pigs to prevent them from escaping. Farmers and ranchers often used this technique during handling or transport. The word combines 'hog' and 'tie,' indicating both the animal involved and the action taken. As the word evolved, its usage expanded beyond livestock management to include various forms of restraint involving both animals and people. The imagery associated with hogtying has made it a popular term in various media, including movies and television, often depicting scenarios of comic or dramatic restraint.