binding

/bˈaɪndɪŋ/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. the capacity to attract and hold something
2. strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration
3. the act of applying a bandage
4. one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall
5. the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
   “the book had a leather binding”

adjective

1. executed with proper legal authority
   “a binding contract”

Synonyms for binding

• dressing
• bandaging
• ski binding
• book binding
• cover
• back
• valid

Words that rhyme with binding

• finding
• grinding
• winding
• blinding
• spellbinding
• masterminding
• minding
• nonbinding
• reminding
• unwinding