bond
bond
bɑnd
baand
British pronunciation
/bɒnd/

Definition & Meaning of "bond"in English

Bond
01

a link that holds atoms or ions together in any molecule or crystal

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The covalent bond between the hydrogen and oxygen atoms forms a water molecule.
02

a relationship between people or groups based on shared experiences, ideas, or emotions

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The teammates developed a strong bond during the championship season.
03

a certificate representing a debt owed by a government or corporation, usually paying interest periodically and returning the principal at maturity

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The investor purchased a ten-year government bond.
04

a tie or restraint that limits movement or freedom, often used to secure a person or object

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The prisoner 's wrists were secured with a leather bond.
05

a connection that holds two or more things together

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The metal clamp acted as a strong bond between the pipes.
06

(law) an amount of money paid to temporarily release a person from prison until their trial

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The judge set the bail bond at $10,000 for the defendant's release from custody.
07

the physical property of adhering or sticking together

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The adhesive provides a strong bond between the wooden panels.
08

a high-quality, strong, and durable white paper, traditionally used for writing or printing official documents

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The contract was printed on high-grade bond paper.
to bond
01

(chemistry) to merge or be merged by a chemical bond

Intransitive
Transitive: to bond with an atom
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In the reaction, hydrogen atoms bond with oxygen atoms to form water molecules.
02

to develop a relationship with a person

Intransitive
Transitive: to bond with sb
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They bonded over their shared love for hiking and outdoor adventures.
03

to connect things together

Transitive: to bond sth
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The welder will bond the metal pieces to form a sturdy structure.
04

(of goods) to be placed under the control of customs authorities

Transitive: to bond goods
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The company decided to bond the imported materials until they were ready for distribution.
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