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binds

[/baɪndz/]
verb
ata, prende, vincula
1. Third person singular present of 'bind': to tie or fasten something with rope, cord, or other material
She binds the books together with leather straps.
Ela ata os livros juntos com tiras de couro.
2. To wrap or cover something tightly
The nurse binds the wound with gauze.
A enfermeira envolve a ferida com gaze.
3. To obligate or constrain someone legally or morally
This contract binds both parties to the agreement.
Este contrato vincula ambas as partes ao acordo.
4. To hold together or unite
Common interests bind the group together.
Interesses comuns unem o grupo.
5. To cause constipation or tightness
This food binds the stomach.
Este alimento prende o intestino.
Synonyms
fastenstiesconstrainsobligatesuniteswraps
Antonyms
unbindsloosesreleasesfreesunties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ata, prende, vincula
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
ata, prende, vincula
European Portuguese uses same terms

Related Idioms & Phrases

binds hand and foot - ata de mãos e pés (restricts severely)
what binds us together - o que nos une
binds one's wounds - cuida das feridas de alguém
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