binding — A cover that holds the pages of a book together
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A cover that holds the pages of a book together
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbaɪndɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 책의 페이지들을 함께 묶어주는 표지, 제본
Korean pronunciation: **바인**딩
Example Sentences
- My professor's promise to bring donuts is morally binding, even if not legally binding!
- The binding on this old cookbook is falling apart from too much use.
- She signed a binding agreement never to reveal her grandmother's secret recipe.
binding
NOUN//ˈbaɪndɪŋ//
A cover that holds the pages of a book together
A bookbinder carefully creates the leather binding that holds pages together
Through paths winding, she's finding the perfect binding!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'bindan' meaning 'to tie or fasten,' combined with the present participle suffix '-ing' to create the concept of 'the act of tying' or 'something that ties.'
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📝Examples
“My professor's promise to bring donuts is morally binding, even if not legally binding!”
“The binding on this old cookbook is falling apart from too much use.”
“She signed a binding agreement never to reveal her grandmother's secret recipe.”
“The hair tie binding my ponytail is so tight, I think I'm losing circulation!”
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