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binding definition

bind·ing (bīn′diŋ)

noun

  1. the action of a person or thing that binds
  2. a thing that binds, as
    1. the fastenings on a ski for the boot
    2. a band or bandage
    3. tape used in sewing to strengthen seams, edges, etc.
    4. the covers and backing of a book
  3. a cohesive substance for holding a mixture together

adjective

  1. that binds; restrictive
  2. that holds one to an agreement, promise, etc.

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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