Retie: meaning, definitions and examples
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retie
[ rɪˈtaɪ ]
clothing adjustment
To retie means to tie something again, often in reference to a knot, ribbon, or shoelaces. This action is commonly performed when a previously tied object has come undone or needs to be tightened for better security. It can also refer to adjusting a piece of clothing or accessory that has become loose. The act of retieing is essential in situations where maintaining the integrity of a knot or fastening is important for functionality or aesthetics.
Synonyms
re-bind, re-knot, re-twist.
Examples of usage
- I had to retie my shoelaces after they came undone.
- She decided to retie her hair in a bun for the event.
- He forgot to tie his belt and had to retie it before leaving.
Translations
Translations of the word "retie" in other languages:
🇵🇹 repetir
🇮🇳 फिर से बांधना
🇩🇪 erneut anziehen
🇮🇩 mengikat kembali
🇺🇦 перев'язати
🇵🇱 przewiązać ponownie
🇯🇵 再結びする
🇫🇷 nouer à nouveau
🇪🇸 volver a atar
🇹🇷 yeniden bağlamak
🇰🇷 다시 묶다
🇸🇦 إعادة الربط
🇨🇿 znovu uvázat
🇸🇰 zviazať znova
🇨🇳 重新绑
🇸🇮 ponovno zavezati
🇮🇸 binda aftur
🇰🇿 қайта байлау
🇬🇪 მחדש შეკვრა
🇦🇿 təkrar bağlamaq
🇲🇽 volver a atar
Etymology
The word 'retie' is a combination of the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the verb 'tie', which dates back to the Old English 'tīgan', meaning 'to fasten' or 'to bind'. The concept of tying has been present in human culture for centuries, as the need to fasten objects together has always been essential for various tasks, from clothing to construction. The usage of 'retie' evolves naturally as the need to tighten or adjust knots arises in everyday life. This word encapsulates the action of making something secure again, reflecting the practicality of language in describing common activities. Over time, 'retie' has been integrated into the vernacular, particularly in contexts involving clothing, packaging, and other materials that require knotting or securing.