adj

tethered

Tethered (adj) means Tied up or restrained with a rope or similar restraint. Example: “The tethered balloon bobbed gently above the fairground.”

adj

Tied up or restrained with a rope or similar restraint.

"The tethered balloon bobbed gently above the fairground."

Connected to another device to share an internet connection.

"His tablet was tethered to his phone for data."

How to use tethered

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In plain EnglishKept in place by a tether, or linked to another device for internet access.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tethered” mean?

The word “tethered” means tied up or restrained with a rope or similar restraint. In plain terms, kept in place by a tether, or linked to another device for internet access.

How do you use “tethered” in a sentence?

Here is “tethered” used in a sentence: “The tethered balloon bobbed gently above the fairground.”

What part of speech is “tethered”?

“Tethered” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “tethered” have?

“Tethered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tied up or restrained with a rope or similar restraint.