Meaning of 'bind'

noun

something that hinders as if with bonds

verb

to cause to be constipated

Example: "My diet bound me, causing me to seek medicine."

Synonyms: constipate

verb

to form a chemical bond with

Example: "The hydrogen binds the oxygen."

verb

to bind by an obligation

Example: "We are bound to the rules agreed upon."

Synonyms: hold

verb

to fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord

Example: "They bound the prisoners hands together."

Synonyms: tie

verb

to secure with or as if with ropes

Example: "We bound the bike to the roof of the car."

Synonyms: truss

verb

to make fast or tie tightly

Example: "They asked me to bind the logs for firewood."

verb

to wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose

Example: "I didn't want my mirror to break, so I bound it in soft cloth."

Synonyms: bandage

verb

to provide with a binding

Example: "Bind the books in leather."

verb

to stick to firmly

Example: "You always bind by the rules."

Synonyms: stick

verb

to create social or emotional ties

Example: "A shared experience can bind the people involved."

Synonyms: bond