bismuthic
- a containing bismuth (especially in the pentavalent state)
binding
- n the capacity to attract and hold something
- n strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration
- n the act of applying a bandage
- n one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall
- n the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
the book had a leather binding - v stick to firmly
- v create social or emotional ties
- v make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope
- v wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose
- v secure with or as if with ropes
- v bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
- v provide with a binding
- v fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
- v form a chemical bond with
- v cause to be constipated
- s executed with proper legal authority
a binding contract