{i} tie, draw (as in a contest); something which acts as a counterbalance; act of remaining aloof, act of keeping one's distance; insulator (Electricity)
the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided; "the game ended in a draw"; "their record was 3 wins, 6 losses and a tie"
A confrontation between two or more armed parties, neither of which wants to attack first (fearing that the other could retaliate), but neither of which will disarm (for fear the other will attack)