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- [teth -er]
- /ˈtɛð ər/
- /ˈteð.ər/
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- [teth -er]
- /ˈtɛð ər/
Definitions of tethered word
- noun tethered a rope, chain, or the like, by which an animal is fastened to a fixed object so as to limit its range of movement. 1
- noun tethered the utmost length to which one can go in action; the utmost extent or limit of ability or resources. 1
- verb with object tethered to fasten or confine with or as if with a tether. 1
- verb with object tethered Digital Technology. to use (an electronic device, usually a smartphone or tablet) to enable a wireless Internet connection on another nearby device, often a laptop: There's no wi-fi, so I'll have to tether my phone to my laptop. 1
- verb without object tethered Digital Technology. to use an electronic device to enable a wireless Internet connection on another device. 1
- idioms tethered at the end of one's tether, at the end of one's resources, patience, or strength. 1
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Origin of tethered
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English (noun); compare Old Norse tjōthr, Dutch tuier
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Parts of speech for Tethered
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
tethered popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
tethered usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for tethered
adj tethered
- manacled — a shackle for the hand; handcuff.
verb tethered
- disfranchised — Simple past tense and past participle of disfranchise.
- enchained — Simple past form of enchain.
noun tethered
- leashed — a chain, strap, etc., for controlling or leading a dog or other animal; lead.
Antonyms for tethered
verb tethered
- loosed — free or released from fastening or attachment: a loose end.
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