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tie-in

tie-in

1 6.5
Something used to join two or more parts in building work
  • noun
  • /ˈtaɪˌɪn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : conexión
  • The blueprint shows how the tie-in will join the two sections of the building together.
  • tie-ins with movies
  • promotional tie-ins
  • commercial tie-ins

Examples

  • Prime Minister Samuel Hinds referred to the photovoltaic system grid tie-in that has been installed at the GEA building.

    Blog text (15)
  • As shown in each of the main sections, North American productions serviced the dictatorships' propaganda through the images on screen as well as through promotional initiatives and commercial tie-ins.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Define system compatibility with shock mount (including sway clearance, tie-in, and structure stiffness).

    Academic text (1993)
  • The principal trade-off in the deal was that the federal government dropped the natural gas export tax and Alberta dropped the tie-in to world oil prices (Anderson 1981, 29).

    Academic text (2004)
  • Specify isolator, sway space, tie-in, and additional environments (such as chemicals, fluids, and ozone).

    Academic text (1993)
  • The engineer used a tie-in to securely connect the beams of the new bridge.

  • In construction projects, a strong tie-in is crucial for maintaining structural integrity.

Synonyms

link
vstie-in
137 1.0

A small metal ring that connects parts of a chain

is a general fastening device term not only a chain part
tie
vstie-in
107 1.0

A piece of string or ribbon used to fasten things together

is the device term used in construction or engineering rather than a simple cord
connection
vstie-in
  • Specialized
60 3.3

A part that joins parts so power, signals, or water can pass

is a physical joining device focused on holding parts together rather than allowing flow
connector
vstie-in
  • Specialized
37 3.7

A part that joins two cables so they can carry power or signals

is a general fastening device used widely in construction and engineering
linkage
vstie-in
26 3.9

A connection between things, for example air pollution and disease

is a concrete fastening device term used in engineering rather than an abstract association
coupling
vstie-in
  • Specialized
25 5.3

A device that connects two machine parts so they move together

is used more generally to fasten parts rather than to enable movement
clasp
vstie-in
14 2.6

A small hook or buckle that fastens things together

is a broader fastening device term not limited to small items
fixing
vstie-in
  • UK
13 3.4

A part used to hold something in place

is the broader name for fastening devices in construction or engineering
join
vstie-in
11 2.9

The place where two things meet and are fixed together

is a device used to fasten parts rather than the place or manner
fastening
vstie-in
2 3.9

A thing that holds two parts together so they stay secure

is the specific device focus rather than the joining action
clinch
vstie-in
  • Specialized
1 7.1

A bent nail end or knot that holds things together

is the general joining device rather than a specific tight fastening method
tie rod
vstie-in
  • Specialized
1 6.7

A rod that connects the steering parts to the front wheels so they turn together

is the general fastening device term not specific to vehicle steering parts
connective
vstie-in
  • Specialized
6.2

A thing used to join two parts, often in machines or pipes

is the general device term for joining parts in engineering
tye
vstie-in
  • Archaic
9.9

A knot used to hold things together

is the modern general device term used in construction or engineering
tie beam
vstie-in
  • Specialized
7.3

A long horizontal piece that stops two roof sides or walls spreading apart

is the general fastening device term rather than a specific structural element
connexion
vstie-in
  • Archaic
9.9

A way of joining two things so they can send power or information

is a physical fastening device used for construction rather than enabling communication

How Strong

weld
  • Specialized
8 4.2
bolt
  • Specialized
42 3.8
clamp
92 3.3
bracket
17 3.8
tie-in
  • Specialized
1 6.5
hook
192 1.0
clip
152 1.3

Surface Forms

tie-in singular
tie-ins plural

Morphology

tie-in = tie (semi-transparent) = in + tie

While 'tie' and 'in' are clear, the specific meaning of a 'device used to join or connect' is not directly derivable from the components. [Postprocessing: moved 'in' from base_words to prefix]

Etymology

Tie-in comes from the simple verb tie ('to fasten') plus in ('into' or 'with'), so it literally means something that 'ties in' two parts together. Think of a metal plate or rope that you use to tie an extension to a wall or to join cables — that is why a tie-in is a connector or fastener used to join things.