Tethered Meaning

/tˈɛðərd/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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adjTied, strapped, especially with tethers or hobbles.

adjconnected (especially a mobile phone to a computer, for use as a wireless modem)

"Many mobile phones are equipped with software to offer tethered Internet access."

verbsimple past and past participle of tether

The goat had been tethered to the fence.
Sami and Layla seemed to be tethered together.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The astronaut remained ____ to the spacecraft while floating in outer space.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The small boat was securely ____ to the wooden dock to prevent it from drifting away in the strong river current today.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The astronaut remained ____ to the spacecraft while floating in outer space.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The small boat was securely ____ to the wooden dock to prevent it from drifting away in the strong river current today.

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