Definitions

1. noun

A section of a rope or cable that is attached to a fixed point, used to prevent something from moving, especially a sail or a rope.

“The mariner adjusted the tieback on the sail to catch the wind.”

2. noun

A section of a wall or other structure that is built back from the front, especially to provide additional support.

“The architect designed a tieback to support the heavy stone façade of the building.”

3. noun

In geology, a tieback is a fold of rock that has been folded back upon itself.

“The geologist examined the tiebacks in the rock formation to understand the geological history of the area.”

4. verb

To secure or fasten something back to a fixed point, especially a rope or a sail.

“She tieback the sail to prepare for the storm.”

5. verb

To secure or fasten something back in place, especially a structure or a part of a structure.

“The worker tieback the loose boards on the fence.”