tethering

teth·er

T t

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [teth -er]
- /ˈtɛð ər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [teth -er]
- /ˈtɛð ər/

Definitions of tethering word

noun tethering 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 tethering the utmost length to which one can go in action; the utmost extent or limit of ability or resources. 1
verb with object tethering to fasten or confine with or as if with a tether. 1
verb with object tethering 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 tethering Digital Technology. to use an electronic device to enable a wireless Internet connection on another device. 1
idioms tethering at the end of one's tether, at the end of one's resources, patience, or strength. 1

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Origin of tethering

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 Tethering

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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tethering 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.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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Synonyms for tethering

noun tethering

ligature — the act of binding or tying up: The ligature of the artery was done with skill.

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