Meaning of tied up(p) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    tied up(p)

    Definitions

    1. kept occupied or engaged

    Examples

    • « she's tied up at the moment and can't see you »
    • « the phone was tied up for almost an hour »

    Synonyms

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