tethered

🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • • Common vocabulary word
  • • Simple pronunciation

verb

1. To restrict something with a tether.

2. To connect a cellular smartphone to another personal computer in order to give it access to a hotspot.

adjective

1. Tied, strapped, especially with tethers or hobbles.

2. Connected (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."

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