nonbinding
|non-bind-ing|
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/nɑnˈbaɪndɪŋ/
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/nɒnˈbaɪndɪŋ/
not legally enforceable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonbinding' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'binding' which comes from Old English 'bindan' meaning 'to tie or fasten'.
Historical Evolution
'binding' changed from the Old English word 'bindan' and eventually became the modern English word 'binding'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'binding' meant 'to tie or fasten', but in legal contexts, it evolved to mean 'having legal force'. 'Nonbinding' negates this meaning.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not legally binding or enforceable.
The agreement was nonbinding, so neither party was obligated to follow through.
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Last updated: 2025/02/13 11:36