While the moment in time at which a particular nucleus decays is unpredictable, a collection of atoms of a radioactive nuclide decays exponentially at a rate described by a parameter known as the half-life, usually given in units of years when discussing dating techniques.
DEFINITION of 'Attachment'. A legal term referring to the action of seizing property in anticipation of a favorable ruling for a plaintiff who claims to be owed money by the defendant. Next Up.
Legal Definition of binding. 1  1 : imposing a legal obligation the agreement is binding on the parties. 2  2 : requiring submission to a specified authority the suppression order was binding on the Department of Transportation â National Law Journal.