cable tie

[ key-buhl tahy ]

noun

1. a plastic strip with serrations on one end that lock inside an opening on the other end, used to bind things together, especially wires: Officers secured the suspect’s hands with cable ties when they apprehended him.

   Wrap all of the cords behind your computer with a cable tie.

   Officers secured the suspect’s hands with cable ties when they apprehended him.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cable tie¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

The surface of the Dingbat Medium features a number of punched-out holes for cable management to aid in keeping things visually tidy, and the included hook-and-loop and cable ties keep the setup secure.

From Popular-Science

It includes a soft-handled carrying bag with an oxford-cloth finish and a carrying strap, plus a generous amount of hook-and-loop and cable ties.

From Popular-Science