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bind vs swaddle

swaddle vs bind

bind is a noun but swaddle is not a noun.

bind and swaddle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
bind Yes No Yes No
swaddle No No Yes No
As verbs, swaddle is a hyponym of bind; that is, swaddle is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than bind:
  • bind: make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope
  • swaddle: wrap in swaddling clothes
Other hyponyms of bind include swathe, encircle, gird, cement.
bind (noun) swaddle (noun)
something that hinders as if with bonds
bind (verb) swaddle (verb)
cause to be constipated wrap in swaddling clothes
form a chemical bond with
bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope
fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
provide with a binding
stick to firmly
secure with or as if with ropes
wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose
create social or emotional ties
Difference between bind and swaddle

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