ties
Translation
ties, connections, bonds, draws
Examples
He has many colorful ties.
He has many colourful ties.
They have strong family ties.
They have strong family ties.
Grammar Patterns
have/maintain ((ties with sb./sth.)) to have a connection with sb./sth. The company has strong ties with Japan.
cut ((ties with sb./sth.)) to end a connection with sb./sth. He cut all ties with his old friends.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bonds, connections, links
Etymology
Plural of the noun 'tie', from Old English 'tēag' (rope, band).
Memory Tips
Think of the different things that 'tie' people or things together: a necktie for an outfit, family ties for people.