noun / verb
tie
An equal score, result, or ranking between competitors.
The final goal brings the game to a tie.
Etymology
The binding image extends to competitors held at the same level. A tie leaves them joined in score or rank without a winner.
More examples
- Both teams tied for second place.
- The vote ended in a tie.
- They have tied three matches this season.
Forms
tie · ties · tied · tying
Similar words
- draw
- Usually the final equal result rather than equality at any moment.
- deadlock
- A stalemate preventing progress, not simply equal scores.