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binding
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noun
the capacity to attract and hold something
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adjective
executed with proper legal authority
a binding contract
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noun
strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration
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noun
(= bandaging)
the act of applying a bandage
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noun
(= cover, back)
the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
the book had a leather binding
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noun
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
on
Preposition
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positioned at the upper surface of, touching from above
The apple is on the table.
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at the date of
Tim was born on the 4th of July.
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along, forwards (continuing an action)
drive on, rock on
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about, dealing with the subject of
I have a book on history.
There was a World Summit on the Information Society a few weeks ago.
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touching; hanging from
I have no money on me at the moment.
I would like to eat the fruit on the trees.
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because of, due to
He was arrested on suspicion of bribery.
I contacted Joanne on a hunch that she would know about it.
The stock price increased on news of a new product.
on
Adjective
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If something is on, it is active, functioning or operating.
The television is on.
The lights are on, so it is very bright.