Noun
/fʊl ˈbaɪndɪŋ/
"Full binding" refers to a type of bookbinding where the cover fully encases the book's pages. It is often characterized by its durability and aesthetic appeal. This term is commonly used in the context of publishing and book production. The phrase is more frequently encountered in written contexts, particularly in professional discussions about bookbinding techniques, publishing, or library sciences.
Publisher decidió optar por una encuadernación completa para la edición especial de la novela.
"Books with full binding tend to last longer than those with simpler covers."
Los libros con encuadernación completa tienden a durar más que aquellos con cubiertas más simples.
"She admired the quality of the full binding on the antique book."
While "full binding" itself may not commonly form a part of idiomatic expressions, the concept of 'binding' and related expressions exist in English. Here are a few idiomatic phrases that incorporate the notion of "binding" in a broader sense:
Él sintió que estaba obligado por las reglas del juego.
Binding agreement: "They signed a binding agreement to complete the project on time."
Firmaron un acuerdo vinculante para completar el proyecto a tiempo.
Tied up in a deal: "She's tied up in a deal that requires her full attention."
Está atrapada en un acuerdo que requiere toda su atención.
Bound to happen: "With so many players involved, a misunderstanding was bound to happen."
The term "binding" originates from the Middle English "bind," which comes from the Old English "bindan," meaning "to tie or fasten." The word "full" comes from Old English "full," meaning "filled, complete."
Synonyms: complete binding, hardcover binding, solid binding
Antonyms: loose binding, paper binding, unbound