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Binding [bahyn-ding]

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Main Entry:	bind [bahynd] Show IPA/baɪnd/ Show Spelled
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	fasten, secure
Synonyms:	adhere, attach, bandage, border, chain, cinch, clamp, connect, constrict, cover, dress, edge, encase, enchain, enfetter, fetter, finish, fix, fold, furl, glue, hamper, handcuff, hem, hitch, hitch on, hobble, hook on, hook up, lace, lap, lash, leash, manacle, moor, muzzle, paste, peg down, pin, pin down, pinion, put together, restrain, restrict, rope, shackle, stick, strap, swathe, tack on, tether, tie, tie up, trammel, trim, truss, unite, wrap, yoke
Antonyms:	free, loose, loosen, release, set free, unbind, unfasten, untie

Main Entry:	binding
Part of Speech:	adjective
Definition:	necessary
Synonyms:	bounden, compulsory, conclusive, counted upon, essential, imperative, incumbent on, indissoluble, irrevocable, mandatory, obligatory, required, requisite, unalterable

Main Entry:	binding
Part of Speech:	adjective
Definition:	confining
Synonyms:	attached, enslaved, fastened, indentured, limiting, restraining, tied, tying
Antonyms:	alterable, breakable, revocable, unbinding, unconfining, unnecessary

Example Sentences

The decision is binding upon the parties, and would of course be binding upon all other parties in cases precisely similar:.

It is a critical decision since it is almost always binding.

With skills shortages the binding constraint there is no quick.

The decision is binding upon the parties, and would of course be binding upon all other parties in cases precisely similar:.

It is a critical decision since it is almost always binding.

With skills shortages the binding constraint there is no quick.

Infectious disease is a kind of natural mortar binding one creature to another, one species to another, within the elaborate.

Binding depends on a good fit of molecular shape and the presence of groups that interact chemically to stabilize binding.

Changing the direction you apply tension will change the binding order.

The rule of cause and effect is as binding in politics as in every other science.

If the binding is leather and powdery, pat rather than wipe.

They should make a legally binding commitment to buy a vaccine, if and when one is invented.

The elastic binding on each strap expands to accommodate tired feet.

But scientists have disputed their role in binding trace minerals.

Either the two sides settled the suit and agreed not to discuss it or they have agreed to mediation or binding arbitration.

Instead of fighting the city on the facility sites, fight for a model shelter program and a binding contract with the city.

Especially if there are kids involvedyou want everything crystal clear and legally binding.

Political freedom or the rule of law are not the binding factors.

Geography that is now binding them together in a new way: oil.

The antibody binding site, tucked away in a stable.

Little did he know he had to look one step past binding to the final act in fertilization: fusion.

One is the binding site that fits the benzodiazepine drugs and some other compounds.

Copenhagen will not produce a detailed, comprehensive, legally binding agreement.

And not everyone is sure blocking the host's binding lipid is going to be a simple approach.

Both rulings are not binding on other judges, however.

Its rules were binding for federally funded research, and industry complied with them.

Other exporters are equally opposed to binding measures that might help clamp down on the supply of light weapons.

One explanation centers on the fact that gravitational systems act to increase their central binding energy.

But the decision, which isn't binding on other courts, is far from the the last word on the issue of locational privacy.

The agreement, the laywers point out, is a binding legal contract.

The expected mandate for a legally binding treaty vanished at much the.

Meanwhile, for nearly two decades, negotiations on binding treaties that limit global emissions have struggled.

Meanwhile, the water keeps the blood wet and cold, preventing the hemoglobin from binding tightly with the fabric.

It was merely a term sheet lacking the material terms necessary to support a binding agreement.

Illinois, makes this so difficult that only one binding initiative has ever qualified.

It does this by binding to the compounds, thereby tagging them for degradation.

It's this binding that's used by biosensors to identify various microorganisms, and distinguish between them.

The sandal, with its molded sole and tough nylon binding system, was a big part of the wave of innovations that turned.

It remains unclear how managers will respond to losing a vote on executive pay, as these votes are not binding.

The accuracy of tests and treatments based on the plasminogen approach will depend on how sensitive the binding is.

The lawsuit appears to have had little impact so far, as binding national guidelines still don't exist.

In contrast, early-action applications are not binding.

If the talks between bosses and union leaders reach deadlock, it will go to binding arbitration.

The video shows p27 binding to a kinase enzyme to regulate cell division.

State officials had agreed to binding arbitration in the matter two years ago.

They want to promote openness and citizens' participation, in part by making referendums binding.

The peptide prevents the hyaluronan fragments from binding to a receptor on skin cells.

Cute embroidered purses, belts with mineral stones and boots worn with everything were a binding folkloric factor.

British union leaders want shareholders' votes on executive pay to be made binding.

Hsp70 maintains proper nerve cell function by binding to the neurons and chaperoning proper protein folding inside.

The bill would bar public employees from striking and would prohibit binding arbitration for police officers and firefighters.

Glue is used in shoes, cigarette filters and mobile phones, in labelling bottles and binding books.

Few will agree to sign binding and verifiable commitments to control emissions.

But efforts to turn this into a formal and binding code have gone nowhere.

Neutrons are essential to nuclear binding of the heavier elements as recent experiments confirm.

Germany, however, wants binding rules and strong punishments.

While less apparent, similar large scale stellar binding may also occur within elliptical galaxies.

Besides, its binding effect on the other upper riparian states was doubtful.

Binding of calcium ions to the protein matrix enhances crystal formation according to precise hierarchical arrangements.

The commission will play the role of co-ordinator and monitor, though it remains to be seen how binding its prescriptions will.

But it also provided leadership and binding international targets.

Tighter binding would cramp their ability to turn back to protection.

Cancer is closely related to excess iron so much so that they have iron binding cancer drugs.

Or something else a little less binding than hanging out until someone dies.

Main Entry:	binding
Part of Speech:	noun
Definition:	cover; something which fastens
Synonyms:	adhesive, belt, fastener, jacket, tie, wrapper

Main Entry:	affix
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	attach or stick
Synonyms:	add, annex, append, bind, fasten, glue, hitch on, join, paste, put on, rivet, slap on, subjoin, tack, tack on, tag, tag on
Antonyms:	detach, let go, loosen

Main Entry:	attach
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	join, fasten
Synonyms:	add, adhere, affix, annex, append, bind, connect, couple, fix, hitch on, hitch up, hook on, hook up, latch onto, link, make fast, prefix, rivet, secure, slap on, stick, tag on, tie, unite
Antonyms:	detach, disconnect, disjoin, remove, separate, sever, unfasten

Main Entry:	band
Part of Speech:	noun
Definition:	something which encircles
Synonyms:	bandage, bandeau, belt, binding, bond, braid, cable, chain, circle, circuit, copula, cord, fillet, harness, hoop, ligature, line, link, manacle, ribbon, ring, rope, sash, scarf, shackle, snood, stay, strap, string, strip, tape, tie, truss

Main Entry:	bandage
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	cover a wound
Synonyms:	bind, dress, swathe, truss, wrap

Main Entry:	betroth
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	marry
Synonyms:	affiance, become engaged, bind, commit, contract, engage, espouse, give one's hand, make compact, plight faith, plight troth, promise, tie oneself to, vow
Antonyms:	divorce, leave, separate

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