Definition of binds:
(v) :
(intransitive) To tie; to confine by any ligature.
(v) :
(intransitive) To cohere or stick together in a mass.
(v) :
(intransitive) To be restrained from motion, or from customary or natural action, as by friction.
(v) :
(intransitive) To exert a binding or restraining influence.
(v) :
(transitive) To tie or fasten tightly together, with a cord, band, ligature, chain, etc.
(v) :
(transitive) To confine, restrain, or hold by physical force or influence of any kind.