What is tie one on?

"Tie one on" is an idiom that means to become intoxicated, especially with alcohol. It implies drinking enough to become noticeably drunk or tipsy. The phrase suggests a deliberate act of drinking to excess.

• Meaning: To get drunk. See the definition of tie%20one%20on.
• Connotation: Generally carries a slightly negative connotation, implying a lack of control or excessive drinking.
• Usage: Commonly used in informal settings and conversations. It is not formal or technical language.
• Origins: The origin of the phrase is debated, but one theory suggests it refers to the practice of sailors "tying on" an extra ration of rum. Another theory suggests that it comes from "tying on" a drunk person. Origins%20of%20tie%20one%20on.