締める

to tie; to fasten; to tighten

to wear (necktie, belt); to put on

to total; to sum

to be strict with

to economize; to economise; to cut down on

to salt; to marinate; to pickle; to make sushi adding a mixture of vinegar and salt

to kill (fish, poultry, etc.)

to strongly press (someone); to crack down on; to keep under strict control

oft. as シメる