tether
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/ˈteðər/
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/ˈteðə(r)/
to attach something or someone with a rope or chain so they can't move very far
He tethered the horse to the fence to keep it from wandering off.
他把马栓在栅栏上,以防它走失。
to connect a device to another device to share its internet connection
You can tether your tablet to your phone for internet access.
你可以将你的平板电脑与手机配对,以便上网。
a rope or chain used to secure something or someone and limit their movement
The dog was on a tether, allowing it to move within a small radius.
狗被拴在绳子上,允许它在小范围内移动。