time-binding

English

Alternative forms

• time binding, timebinding

Etymology

Coined by Polish-American philosopher Alfred Korzybski in 1921.

Noun

time-binding (uncountable)

1. (especially general semantics, science fiction) The act of transmitting knowledge and experience from one moment and person to other moments and people using written information (e.g., written language, images, symbols), whether in mundane instances or (especially) from one generation to the next.

Adjective

time-binding (not comparable)

1. (general semantics, science fiction) Engaging in time-binding.

References

• “time-binding, n.”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.
• Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2024), “time-binding, n.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction.