I. ˈbīn-diŋ noun
Date: 13th century
1. : the action of one that binds
2. : a material or device used to bind: as
a. : the cover and materials that hold a book together
b. : a narrow fabric used to finish raw edges
c. : a set of ski fastenings for holding the boot firm on the ski
II. adjective
Date: 14th century
1. : that binds
2. : imposing an obligation
• bind·ing·ly -diŋ-lē adverb
• bind·ing·ness noun