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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Binding \Bind"ing\, a.
   That binds; obligatory.
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   Binding beam (Arch.), the main timber in double flooring.


   Binding joist (Arch.), the secondary timber in
      double-framed flooring.
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   Syn: Obligatory; restraining; restrictive; stringent;
        astringent; costive; styptic.
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