绹 (táo) - To tie up, to bind, to tether & a rope or cord used for tying.

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绹 · táo

To tie up, to bind, to tether;

a rope or cord used for tying.

To tie up, to bind, to tethera rope or cord used for tying.

Usage highlights

To tie upTo tetherRopeTo bind hayTo moor a boatBundle tying

Synonyms

  • 绑— to tie, to bind
  • 缚— to tie up, to bind
  • 系— to fasten, to tie

Antonyms

  • 解— to untie, to release
  • 放— to release, to let go

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The farmer tied up the hay (绹草).
  • They used ropes to tether the boat (绹船).
  • The bundle was securely bound (绹束).
  • He made a rope from hemp (绹麻).

Collocations

  • To tie up(绹绑)
  • To tether(绹系)
  • Rope(绹索)
  • To bind hay(绹草)
  • To moor a boat(绹船)
  • Bundle tying(绹束)

Idioms

  • Tie the horse securely(系马埋轮)
  • Bind the feet and hands(束手束脚)
  • Tie up the chicken(缚鸡之力)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to ropes made from twisted hemp or straw in agricultural societies.
  • Used in traditional farming and maritime activities for securing animals, crops, and vessels.
  • Represents practical knot-tying techniques passed down through generations.

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