tie rod

noun

A slender metal rod used to support or reinforce part of a structure by connecting two pieces.

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Meanings

nountie rod (plural tie rods)

plural tie rods

  1. A slender metal rod used to support or reinforce part of a structure by connecting two pieces.
  2. Either of a pair of rods that link the steering mechanism to the front wheel or axle of some vehicles.
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APA

tie rod. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tie%20rod

MLA

“tie rod.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tie%20rod. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “tie rod,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tie%20rod.

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