noun
- a decorative cord, ribbon, or band used to hold back a curtain or drape
- a structural support or anchor that holds something in place by pulling it back
Usage: construction; engineering
Examples
- She chose elegant silk tiebacks to match her living room curtains.
- The gold tiebacks added a touch of luxury to the bedroom drapes.
- Without the tieback, the heavy curtain blocked too much light.
- The construction crew installed steel tiebacks to stabilize the retaining wall.
- The engineer specified concrete tiebacks for the excavation project.
- Each tieback was tested to ensure it could handle the required load.