Binding: meaning, definitions and examples

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binding

 

[ ˈbaɪndɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

book

A durable, often decorative covering for the pages of a book, usually made of leather, cloth, or paper.

Synonyms

cover, jacket, wrapper

Examples of usage

  • She admired the intricate binding of the old book.
  • The binding of the journal was embossed with gold lettering.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

A legal agreement or contract.

Synonyms

contractual, enforceable, obligatory

Examples of usage

  • The binding contract ensured the terms were upheld.
  • The treaty was ratified and became binding law.
Context #3 | Noun

sewing

The fastening or securing in place by stitching or sewing.

Synonyms

fastening, sewing, stitching

Examples of usage

  • The binding of the quilt was expertly done.
  • She learned the art of book binding in her spare time.

Translations

Translations of the word "binding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encadernação

🇮🇳 बंधन

🇩🇪 Bindung

🇮🇩 pengikatan

🇺🇦 зв'язування

🇵🇱 wiązanie

🇯🇵 製本 (せいほん)

🇫🇷 reliure

🇪🇸 encuadernación

🇹🇷 ciltleme

🇰🇷 제본 (jebon)

🇸🇦 تجليد

🇨🇿 vazba

🇸🇰 väzba

🇨🇳 装订 (zhuāngdìng)

🇸🇮 vezava

🇮🇸 binding

🇰🇿 байлау

🇬🇪 დაკავშირება

🇦🇿 bağlama

🇲🇽 encuadernación

Etymology

The word 'binding' originated from the Middle English word 'binden', which comes from the Old English word 'bindan', meaning 'to tie up, to make captive'. The concept of binding has evolved over time to represent various forms of attachment, from physical fastening to legal agreements.

See also: bind, binder, bindingness, unbind.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,276, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.