Question 1

What does "tie one on" mean?

Accepted Answer

To drink alcohol to the point of intoxication; to have a heavy drinking session.

Question 2

How do you use "tie one on" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

After the championship win, the whole team went out and really tied one on.

Question 3

Is "tie one on" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"tie one on" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily American English, with a humorous or self-deprecating tone. The origin is uncertain but possibly refers to tying on an apron (drinking heavily at a bar). Used more by older speakers; younger speakers more likely say 'get hammered', 'get wasted', etc. Often used in past tense: 'He really tied one on last night.'

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