intransitive verb
Definition: To become joined together or to form a connection, often in a way that is tight or restrictive.
Example: The two pieces of wood will bind together when glued.
noun
Definition: A difficult or restrictive situation that is hard to escape from or resolve.
Example: She found herself in a bind when she lost her job right before the holidays.
transitive verb
Definition: To tie or fasten something securely, or to unite or connect things together.
Example: She used a rope to bind the packages together for shipping.