1. the cover or case of a book
2. something that ties, fastens, or holds things together

1. having legal force; requiring obedience or compliance
2. fastening or holding things together tightly

Examples

• The book’s leather binding was cracked with age.
• She used a rubber binding to hold the papers together.
• The contract is legally binding once both parties sign it.
• The binding agreement required all members to pay dues.
• These shoes feel too binding around my ankles.
• The binding on the quilt was sewn by hand.
• All employees must follow the binding safety regulations.