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Definition hogtie in American English

hogtie verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈhɔɡˌtaɪ/
1

to tie a person's hands and feet together behind his or her back, or to tie all four of an animal's feet together

Synonyms and related words
tie up gag chain
2

to make it impossible for a person to do what he or she wants to do

Example

The members of the city council are hog-tied by rules and regulations.

Synonyms and related words
stop prevent keep from
Definition hogtie in American English