Read the dictionary definition of tied. All definitions for this word.
1. bound or secured closely
1. the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied
2. a trussed chicken
2. closed with a lace
1. snugly laced shoes
3. fastened with strings or cords
1. a neatly tied bundle
4. of the score in a contest
1. the score is tied
5. bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection
1. people tied by blood or marriage