bind — to tie something or someone tightly, or to fasten things together
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to tie something or someone tightly, or to fasten things together
Pronunciation (IPA): /baɪnd/
Example Sentences
- My shoelaces always bind together at the worst possible moment.
- The contract will bind the company to provide free pizza every Friday.
- I'm in a bind because I forgot both my wallet and my phone at home.
bind
VERB[/baɪnd/]
to tie something or someone tightly, or to fasten things together
to tie something or someone tightly, or to fasten things together
Bind memories with a heart so kind, and precious treasures you will find!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'bindan', which comes from the Germanic language family's common ancestor. The original literal meaning of 'to tie or fasten' gradually expanded to include abstract meanings such as 'to constrain' and 'to obligate'.
Breakdown
The word comes from Old English 'bindan', a strong verb of Germanic origin. The root 'bind-' carries the primary sense of physical fastening, with the modern form representing the simplified stem from the original conjugated verb.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My shoelaces always bind together at the worst possible moment.”
“The contract will bind the company to provide free pizza every Friday.”
“I'm in a bind because I forgot both my wallet and my phone at home.”
“The new policy will bind all employees to work overtime without extra pay.”
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