ties oneself, binds oneself, moors oneself
1. Third person singular or second person formal reflexive form of 'amarrar' - to tie, bind, or fasten something to oneself
He ties himself to the rope for safety.
Ele amarra-se à corda para segurança.
2. To moor a boat or secure it with ropes
The boat moors itself at the dock.
O barco amarra-se ao cais.
3. Figuratively: to become attached or committed to something
She binds herself to her responsibilities.
Ela amarra-se aos seus compromissos.
Related Idioms & Phrases
amarra-se num relacionamento - commits to a relationship
amarra-se ao trabalho - ties oneself to work
amarra-se a uma causa - binds oneself to a cause
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