binding

[ bahyn-ding ]

noun

1. the act of fastening, securing, uniting, or the like.
2. anything that binds.
3. the covering within which the leaves of a book are bound. bound.
4. a strip of material that protects or decorates the edge of a tablecloth, rug, etc.
5. Skiing. a mechanical device on a ski, usually made of metal, that fastens the boot securely to the ski.

adjective

1. that binds; restrictive.
2. having power to bind or oblige; obligatory:

   a binding promise.

binding

/ ˈbaɪndɪŋ /

noun

1. anything that binds or fastens
2. the covering within which the pages of a book are bound
3. the material or tape used for binding hems, etc

adjective

1. imposing an obligation or duty

   a binding promise

2. causing hindrance; restrictive

Other Words From

• binding·ly adverb
• binding·ness noun
• non·binding adjective
• non·binding·ly adverb
• non·binding·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of binding¹

Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; bind, -ing ¹, -ing ²

Example Sentences

Now, players agree to binding grant-in-aid agreements.

From Los Angeles Times

In order to get this clearance, Teixeira signed a "lifetime binding non-disclosure agreement" acknowledging that the "unauthorized disclosure of protected information could result in criminal charges", according to court documents.

From BBC

The vote would not be legally binding but would be politically difficult for Labour MPs to ignore.

From BBC

That is because the LCM system is not actually legally binding and has been ignored by Conservative UK governments in the past.

From BBC

It was not binding on the Welsh government and ministers were among those who voted against, including First Minister Eluned Morgan and Health Secretary Jeremy Miles.

From BBC

Related Words

• conclusive
• irrevocable
• mandatory
• required