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Meaning of the word bond in English

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bond

US /bɑːnd/
UK /bɑːnd/
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Noun

1.

a thing used to tie something or to fasten things together

Example:
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The prisoner was held by a strong bond.
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The rope served as a secure bond.
Synonym:
tiefastenershacklefetterchain
2.

a close connection joining two or more people or groups

Example:
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There was a strong bond between the siblings.
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Their shared experiences created an unbreakable bond.
Synonym:
connectionrelationshiptielinkaffinity
3.

a certificate of debt issued by a government or company, promising to pay back the borrowed money at a fixed interest rate on a specified date

Example:
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She invested in government bonds.
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The company issued new corporate bonds.
Synonym:
debenturenotesecuritycertificate

Verb

1.

to join or be joined securely to something else, especially by means of an adhesive substance, or by physical or chemical forces

Example:
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The glue will bond the two pieces of wood together.
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These atoms bond to form a molecule.
Synonym:
adherecoherestickfusejoin
2.

to develop a close relationship with someone

Example:
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Parents often bond with their babies immediately after birth.
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The team members quickly bonded during the retreat.
Synonym:
connectrelateform a bondunitecoalesce
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