TRUSSING Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

trussing

verb

Definition of trussing

present participle of truss

as in tying

to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord after stuffing the turkey, the chef quickly trussed it so the forcemeat wouldn't fall out during roasting

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tying

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No murder weapon was ever recovered, adding to the lack of physical evidence tying Chandler to the crime scene.

— Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
Astros starter Peter Lambert allowed three hits and two runs while tying a career high with five walks in 4 2/3 innings.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

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