tight etymology

Etymology

The word "tight" comes from the Middle English word "tiht," which in turn comes from the Old English word "tihte," meaning "firmly fixed or held."

Meaning

Tight means:

• Closely or firmly secured or fastened: "The screws were tight."
• Fitting snugly or closely: "The shoes were too tight."
• Taut or strained: "The rope was tight."
• Difficult or demanding: "The exam was tight."
• Stingy or frugal: "He was tight with his money."

Origin

The word "tight" is of Germanic origin. It is related to the German word "dicht," meaning "dense" or "thick," and the Dutch word "dicht," meaning "shut."

Examples

• The lid was so tight that I couldn't open the jar.
• The dog's leash was too tight, and it was choking.
• The race was tight, and it came down to the wire.
• He is a tightwad and never spends any money.

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• fast

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• staunch

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• strait

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