Main Entry:

bind·er

Pronunciation:

\ˈbīn-dər\

Function:

noun

Date:

before 12th century

1: a person or machine that binds something (as books)2 a: something used in binding b: a usually detachable cover (as for holding sheets of paper)3: something (as tar or cement) that produces or promotes cohesion in loosely assembled substances4: a temporary insurance contract that provides coverage until the policy is issued5: something (as money) given in earnest ; also : the agreement arrived at6: a tobacco leaf wrapped between the filler and wrapper of a cigar