Word: BINDING
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Definition of BINDING
- To tie; to confine by any ligature.
- To cohere or stick together in a mass.
"Just to make the cheese more binding"
- To be restrained from motion, or from customary or natural action, as by friction.
"I wish I knew why the sewing machine binds up after I use it for a while."
- An item (usually rope, tape, or string) used to hold two or more things together.
- The spine of a book where the pages are held together.
- A finishing on a seam or hem of a garment.
- (of an agreement, contract, etc.) Imposing stipulations or requirements that must be honoured.
"This contract is a legally binding agreement."
- (of food) Having the effect of counteracting diarrhea.
"Bananas and white bread are sometimes considered binding."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "binding" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "binding" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BINDING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BINDING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BINDING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BINDING:
- # the binding effect
- # master of binding
- # playing with binding
- # in terms of binding
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