Definition

To tie something again that has already been tied before.

Example

After the knot came loose, I had to retie my shoelaces.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think my shoelace came undone again.

Oh no! Do you need to retie it?

Yeah, I should probably retie it before we keep walking.

Good idea! I wouldn't want you to trip.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retie → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "tie" (from Old English "tīgan", meaning to fasten or bind). The word "retie" means to tie something again or to fasten it once more.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tying' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'tie' means to fasten.

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