retying
Fastening once more
Retying is tying something again, usually because it came undone or needs adjustment: She paused on the trail, retying her bootlace.
The word appears most often with shoelaces, knots, and ribbons.
Shoe-closing strings
- shoelacesCords securing your shoes
- eyeletsReinforced holes for threading
- loopsSelf-crossing curved shapes
- bowsRespectful forward bends
knots · sneakers · boots · trainers · oxfords · cleats · high-tops · skates
Narrow flexible binding material
- beltStrap securing trousers
- sashWaist-worn cloth strip
- ribbonSlender ornamental strip
- bandanaSquare cloth for head
apron · tie · drawstring · waistband · headband · wrap · binding · cinching
Thick twisted fibers
- cordFlexible twisted strand
- twineStranded cord for tying
- stringSlender fiber or character sequence
- threadFiber for stitching
yarn · splice · hitch · bowline · loop · tangle · sailors · scouts
Alteration to improve fit
- readjustmentModifying something again
- redoingPerforming a task again
- fixingRestoring proper function
- tighteningMaking less loose
loosening · repositioning · realigning · rewrapping · rebinding
Formal union between partners
- vowsSolemn binding promises
- renewalMaking current again
- commitmentFirm pledge to act
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
reconciliation · partnership · unity · relationship · reconnection · anniversary · devotion · pledge
laces
Shoe-closing strings
- shoelacesCords securing your shoes
- eyeletsReinforced holes for threading
- loopsSelf-crossing curved shapes
bows · knots · sneakers · boots · trainers · oxfords · cleats · high-tops · skates · brogues
strap
Narrow flexible binding material
bandana · apron · tie · drawstring · waistband · headband · wrap · binding · cinching · securing
rope
Thick twisted fibers
thread · yarn · splice · hitch · bowline · loop · tangle · sailors · scouts · nautical
adjustment
Alteration to improve fit
- readjustmentModifying something again
- redoingPerforming a task again
- fixingRestoring proper function
tightening · loosening · repositioning · realigning · rewrapping · rebinding
marriage
Formal union between partners
- vowsSolemn binding promises
- renewalMaking current again
- commitmentFirm pledge to act
ceremony · reconciliation · partnership · unity · relationship · reconnection · anniversary · devotion · pledge · matrimony