01 n. The act of binding.
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The act of binding.
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Anything that binds; a band or bandage.
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A thread or string for tying the blood vessels, particularly the arteries, to prevent hemorrhage.(Surg.)
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The state of being bound or stiffened; stiffness; as, the ligature of a joint.
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Impotence caused by magic or charms.[Obs.]
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A curve or line connecting notes; a slur.(Mus.)
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A double character, or a type consisting of two or more letters or characters united, as æ, fi, ffl.(Print.)