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BINDING

/ˈbaɪndɪŋ/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective

B 3/4
I 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of BINDING

verb

To tie; to confine by any ligature.

verb

To cohere or stick together in a mass.

"Just to make the cheese more binding"

verb

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."

noun

An item (usually rope, tape, or string) used to hold two or more things together.

noun

The spine of a book where the pages are held together.

noun

A finishing on a seam or hem of a garment.

adjective

(of an agreement, contract, etc.) Imposing stipulations or requirements that must be honoured.

"This contract is a legally binding agreement."

adjective

(of food) Having the effect of counteracting diarrhea.

"Bananas and white bread are sometimes considered binding."

Synonyms of BINDING

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of BINDING

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Examples of BINDING in a Sentence

  • "Just to make the cheese more binding"
  • "I wish I knew why the sewing machine binds up after I use it for a while."
  • "This contract is a legally binding agreement."
  • "Bananas and white bread are sometimes considered binding."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
15
points

Is BINDING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BINDING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of BINDING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 61 points total.

Letter Values for BINDING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter binding Total
Scrabble 3112112 11
WWF 4122123 15

How to Use BINDING in Word Games

BINDING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since BINDING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 61 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BINDING to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BINDING

What does BINDING mean?
BINDING is a verb. To tie; to confine by any ligature.
Is BINDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BINDING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BINDING worth in Scrabble?
BINDING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BINDING?
You can make 27 words from the letters in BINDING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BINDING?
Synonyms of BINDING include: bandage, dress, fasten, fetter, make fast, restrain. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.