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Binding post

A binding post is a very special kind of screw where you can stick things into it and then turn the screw to make them stay put. Think of it like the twisty cap on your favorite drink bottle, but instead of holding liquids, it holds wires or other things you might want to connect to an electrical system. Binding posts are often used in sound systems, speakers and other electronics. They're very useful because they make it very easy to connect different things together in a secure and safe way. So, just like you twist the cap on your drink bottle to keep it from spilling, you twist the binding post to keep things connected and safe!
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