Weathering. Weathering is the alteration and breakdown of rock minerals and rock masses when they are exposed to the atmosphere. Weathering processes occur in situ, that is, in the same place, with no major movement of rock materials involved.
Lawful action, such as an agreement consciously agreed to by two or more entities, establishing lawful accountability. For example, an apartment lease legally binds the lessor and the lessee. An illegal action, such as forcing, tricking, or coercing a person into an agreement, is not legally binding.
Definition of binding. 1  1 : the action of one that binds. 2  2 : a material or device used to bind: such asa : the cover and materials that hold a book togetherb : a narrow fabric used to finish raw edgesc : a set of ski fastenings for holding the boot firm on the ski.