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tongue–tied
adjective \ˈtəŋ-ˌtīd\
: unable to speak because you are nervous or shy
Full Definition of TONGUE-TIED
1
: unable or disinclined to speak freely (as from shyness)
2
: affected with tongue-tie
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First Known Use of TONGUE-TIED
1529
TONGUE-TIED Defined for Kids
tongue–tied
adjective \ˈtəŋ-ˌtīd\
Definition of TONGUE-TIED for Kids
: unable to speak clearly or freely (as from shyness)
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tongue–tied
adjective \ˈtəŋ-ˌtīd\
Medical Definition of TONGUE–TIED
: characteristic of or affected with tongue-tie
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