TIES DOWN is a phrase that can be used to describe the action of securing something in place. The crossword solutions MOORS (5 letters), TETHERS (7 letters), and SECURES (7 letters) all refer to this action. MOORS, which is derived from the Latin word 'movēre' meaning 'to move, ' is an archaic term for tying or fastening something down. TETHERS are ropes or chains used to tie down animals or objects. SECURES is a verb meaning to make something safe or firm by fastening it in place. All three words can be used to describe the action of tying down something.