a. That binds; obligatory. [ 1913 Webster ]
Binding beam (Arch.),
Binding joist (Arch.),
n.
adv. So as to bind. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The condition or property of being binding; obligatory quality. Coleridge. [ 1913 Webster ]
. (Elec.) A metallic post attached to electrical apparatus for convenience in making connections. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
. A set screw used to bind parts together, esp. one for making a connection in an electrical circuit. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]