adjectives
bound or secured closely
"the guard was found trussed up with his arms and legs securely tied"; "a trussed chicken"
bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection
"people tied by blood or marriage"
is similar to
characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity
"presented a united front"
fastened with strings or cords
"a neatly tied bundle"
closed with a lace
"snugly laced shoes"
of the score in a contest
"the score is tied"