This is the 13504th most frequent German word.
bindende
Binding.
In this sentence, 'bindender' is an adjective modifying 'Vertrag', indicating the legal obligation of the contract.
Das ist ein bindender Vertrag.
This is a binding contract.
Here, 'bindende' describes 'Vorgaben', emphasizing the mandatory nature of the rules.
Die Regeln sind bindende Vorgaben für alle.
The rules are binding directives for everyone.
In this case, 'bindenden' functions as an adjective associated with 'Charakter', highlighting the obligatory feature of the regulations.