bind up
The phrase "bind up" has versatile meanings, ranging from medical applications to securing objects and restricting movement.
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Definition
B2Medical
(transitive)To wrap a wound or injury with a bandage or cloth to protect and support it.
Example
- The nurse will bind up your sprained ankle to reduce swelling.
B2General
(transitive)To tie or fasten things together to secure them in place.
Example
- He used a rope to bind up the stack of newspapers.
C1LGBTQ+
(transitive, informal)To wear a chest binder to flatten the chest area.
Example
- Many transgender men bind up their chests to achieve a flatter appearance.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bind up":
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