NYT Dictionary

BINDING

/ˈbaɪndɪŋ/

AdjectiveNounVerbBIND-ingbind-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Imposing stipulations or requirements that must be honoured.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English byndynge; equivalent to bind + -ing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

boundenobligatorydressingbandagingcoverbackadherebond bindstick

Antonyms

non-binding

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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