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
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.
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Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
These genes enable complex cellular processes, such as gene regulation and DNA binding, which are critical for multicellular development.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
The report claims Michael filmmakers and producers — which includes director Antoine Fuqua, screenwriter John Logan, and lead producer Graham King, among others — were not made aware of the legally binding agreement until after filming wrapped.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Most bindings are designed so the heel releases vertically, or straight up, when force is applied, but not laterally when twisting.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
These genes enable complex cellular processes, such as gene regulation and DNA binding, which are critical for multicellular development.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The results of the vote would not be legally binding, and the federal government would be under no obligation to respect its outcome.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
The report claims Michael filmmakers and producers — which includes director Antoine Fuqua, screenwriter John Logan, and lead producer Graham King, among others — were not made aware of the legally binding agreement until after filming wrapped.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/binding. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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binding
adjective1
: 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
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