Main Entry: ¹bind·ing

Pronunciation: \ˈbīn-diŋ\

Function: 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