rebinding
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈbaɪndɪŋ/
KK: /riˈbaɪndɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of binding something again, often referring to books or documents that are being reassembled or repaired.
Example
The library offered a service for the rebinding of old books to preserve them for future readers.
Conversation
Have you ever heard about the process of rebinding books?
Yeah, I think it’s a great way to give old books a new life.
Exactly! I want to try rebinding some of my favorite novels.
That sounds like a fun project! You should invite me to help.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
binding
fastening
reconnection
Antonyms
unbinding
separation
disconnection
verb
Definition
To attach or fasten something again, especially in the context of books or documents.
Example
The librarian is rebinding old books to preserve them for future readers.
Tense Forms
Past: rebound
Past Participle: rebound
Conversation
I just finished rebinding my old notebooks.
Oh, really? How did that go?
It was a bit tricky, but I think it looks great now.
Root Explanation
Rebinding → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "bind" (from Old English "bindan", meaning to tie or fasten). The word "rebinding" means the act of tying or fastening something again.
Memory Tip
Think of 'binding' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'bind' means to tie.
Visually Confused Words
binding
prebidding
refining
grinding
blinding
shoebinding
riding
remindingly