Pronunciation

/ˈbɒnd/

Definitions

Noun

1. A financial instrument representing a debt or security, typically with a fixed interest rate and a set maturity date, issued by a corporation or government to raise capital.
   • Example: “The company issued new bonds to finance their expansion project.”
2. A strong emotional or social connection between people, especially one that is close and enduring.
   • Example: “Their bond as friends had lasted for decades.”
3. A chemical compound formed by the union of two or more atoms, especially through covalent bonding.
   • Example: “Water consists of hydrogen and oxygen atoms bonded together.”

Verb

1. To connect or unite (people or things) through a bond or a shared interest.
   • Example: “They bonded over their love for music.”
2. To secure or fasten using a bond, such as adhesive or a financial bond.
   • Example: “The worker bonded the metal pieces together.”

Phrases

• “Bond with someone” means to form a close relationship or connection.
• “Bond market” refers to the financial market where bonds are bought and sold.
• “Bonds of friendship” symbolize strong ties between individuals.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The government’s bond auction was oversubscribed, indicating strong investor confidence.”
• Verb: “After years of hard work, they finally bonded the houses together to create a single property.”
• Emotional Bond: “Their bond as siblings was unbreakable, even during difficult times.”

Synonyms

• Ties
• Attachment
• Affinity
• Connection
• Alliance
• Link
• Relationship