tie in

verb

Definition of TIE IN

transitive verb

: to bring into connection with something relevant: as

a : to make the final connection of <tied in the new branch pipeline>

b : to coordinate in such a manner as to produce balance and unity <the illustrations were tied in with the text>

c : to use as a tie-in especially in advertising

intransitive verb

: to become tied in

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