tether

[ˈtɛðər]

tether Definition

  • 1a rope or chain used to tie an animal to a particular spot, typically while grazing
  • 2the utmost extent of one's resources or abilities

Using tether: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tether" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The horse was tied to a tether.

  • Example

    The company is at the end of its financial tether.

  • Example

    She felt like she was at the end of her tether after working for 12 hours straight.

tether Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tether

Antonyms for tether

Phrases with tether

  • at the end of one's tether

    to have no more patience, energy, or resources left

    Example

    I'm at the end of my tether with this project.

  • a game played by two people who hit a ball that is attached to a pole by a rope, with the aim of winding the rope completely around the pole

    Example

    The kids were playing tether ball during recess.

  • having a firm grasp on what is real and true

    Example

    Despite all the chaos around her, she remained tethered to reality.

Origins of tether

from Old Norse 'tjoðr', meaning 'tether'

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Summary: tether in Brief

The term 'tether' [ˈtɛðər] refers to a rope or chain used to tie an animal to a particular spot, or the utmost extent of one's resources or abilities. It extends into phrases like 'at the end of one's tether,' denoting a lack of patience or resources, and 'tether ball,' a game played with a ball attached to a pole by a rope.