What does "ties" mean?

Limm · #1 (permalink) Sun Mar 29, 2009 3:59 am *What does "ties" mean?*

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #125 "Real Life: Accessories and Clothing (2)", question 8

I just bought a pair of silver .......... I got my ears pierced many years ago and these are going to look great.

(a) gloves
(b) sunglasses
(c) earrings
(d) ties

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #125 "Real Life: Accessories and Clothing (2)", answer 8

I just bought a pair of silver earrings. I got my ears pierced many years ago and these are going to look great.

Correct answer: (c) earrings
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what does "ties" mean?

Limm

Kitosdad · #2 (permalink) Sun Mar 29, 2009 6:11 am *What does "ties" mean?*

Good morning EL,

Ties is the plural of Tie. An accessory worn around the neck as an added decoration to a shirt.
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English With David · #3 (permalink) Sun Mar 29, 2009 6:13 am *What does "ties" mean?*

In this context, it is short for "necktie".

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English With David · #4 (permalink) Sun Mar 29, 2009 6:14 am *What does "ties" mean?*

Aaak; you beat me by a minute! Great minds think alike! Smile

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