binding

1 of 2

noun

bind·​ing ˈbīn-diŋ 

1

: the action of one that binds

2

: a material or device used to bind: such as

a

: the cover and materials that hold a book together

b

: a narrow fabric used to finish raw edges

c

: a device that holds a boot firmly to a ski or snowboard

binding

2 of 2

adjective

1

: that binds

2

: imposing an obligation

bindingly

ˈbīn-diŋ-lē 

adverb

bindingness noun

Examples of binding in a Sentence

Noun

a carpet edged with canvas binding

The bindings have started to come loose.

Adjective

The contract is legally binding.

The parties agreed to settle the dispute through binding arbitration.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The man eventually loosened the binding on one of the woman’s hands and left. —Kevin Grasha, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024

Emily also noted the awkward placement of some of the photos, showing that some were featured directly in the middle of the book's binding. —Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024

Adjective

At the same time, the vegan version contains more binding and thickening agents, flavorings and more salt. —Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024

Related article Romanians vote in parliamentary election amid turmoil over claims of Russian interference in presidential race The court’s decision, announced Friday, is final and binding. —Sophie Tanno, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing binding

• adhesive binding
• binding energy
• binding site
• perfect binding
• spiral binding

Kids Definition

binding

noun

bind·​ing

ˈbīn-diŋ

1

: the cover and fastenings of a book

2

: a narrow strip of fabric used along the edge of an article of clothing

Legal Definition

binding

adjective

1

: imposing a legal obligation

the agreement is binding on the parties

2

: requiring submission to a specified authority

the suppression order was binding on the Department of Transportation

—National Law Journal