Bond: meaning, definitions and examples

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bond

 

[ bɒnd ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

financial

A bond is a fixed income investment in which an investor loans money to an entity (typically corporate or governmental) which borrows the funds for a defined period of time at a variable or fixed interest rate.

Synonyms

debt security, fixed-income security

Examples of usage

  • Many investors consider bonds to be a safe investment option.
  • Government bonds are often used to fund public projects.
  • The company issued bonds to raise capital for expansion.
Context #2 | Noun

chemistry

In chemistry, a bond refers to the attractive force that holds atoms together in a molecule.

Synonyms

atomic bond, chemical bond

Examples of usage

  • The covalent bond between the two hydrogen atoms forms a hydrogen molecule.
  • Ionic bonds are formed between a metal and a non-metal.
Context #3 | Verb

social

To bond means to establish a close relationship or connection with someone.

Synonyms

connect, form a bond

Examples of usage

  • Parents often bond with their children through shared activities.
  • Team-building exercises can help coworkers bond with each other.

Translations

Translations of the word "bond" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vínculo

🇮🇳 बंधन

🇩🇪 Bindung

🇮🇩 ikatan

🇺🇦 зв'язок

🇵🇱 więź

🇯🇵 絆 (きずな)

🇫🇷 lien

🇪🇸 vínculo

🇹🇷 bağ

🇰🇷 유대

🇸🇦 رباط

🇨🇿 pouto

🇸🇰 pút

🇨🇳 纽带

🇸🇮 vez

🇮🇸 tengsl

🇰🇿 байланыс

🇬🇪 კავშირი

🇦🇿 əlaqə

🇲🇽 vínculo

Etymology

The word 'bond' has a rich history, originating from the Old English word 'bundan' which means 'to bind.' Over time, the term evolved to represent various forms of binding or connection, including financial contracts and chemical interactions. The concept of bonds has played a crucial role in shaping economies and understanding molecular structures.

See also: bondage, bonded, bondholder, bonding, bondmaid, bondman, bonds, bondservant, bondsmen, bondswoman, bondwoman.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,653, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.