Bond

Definition

Bond is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a connection or force that brings people or things together, a financial instrument representing a loan to be repaid with interest, or an adhesive material. As a verb, it means to form a close connection, to adhere, or to link together chemically.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /bɑnd/
• Respelling: bahnd

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /bɒnd/
• Respelling: bond

The pronunciation of "bond" differs slightly in American and British English, particularly in the vowel sound.

Etymology

The word "bond" originates from the Middle English "band," meaning "something that binds." It is derived from Old Norse "band" and Old English "bænd," both referring to tying or binding. The modern term evolved to encompass various forms of attachment, whether emotional, physical, financial, or chemical.

Derivatives

• Bonded (adjective)
• Bonding (noun)
• Bondholder (noun)
• Bondage (noun)
• Covalent bond (noun)

Synonyms

• Connection
• Link
• Attachment

Antonyms

• Separation
• Disconnection
• Division

Usage

The term "bond" is used in various contexts, such as in finance ("He invested in government bonds"), relationships ("They share a strong bond"), and chemistry ("Atoms are held together by a covalent bond").

Related Terms

• Link: A connection between people or things.
• Contract: A formal agreement, often similar to a financial bond.
• Adhesive: A substance used to bind objects together.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A connection or tie between individuals or groups: Often used to describe emotional or social connections.
  • Example: "Their friendship formed a lasting bond."
• A financial instrument representing a loan: A type of investment in which the issuer repays the principal with interest.
  • Example: "He purchased government bonds as a secure investment."
• An adhesive material used for joining objects: A substance that holds items together.
  • Example: "The glue created a strong bond between the surfaces."
• A chemical connection between atoms or molecules: Refers to forces that hold atoms together in compounds.
  • Example: "A covalent bond links the two hydrogen atoms to oxygen in a water molecule."

Verb

• To form a close connection with someone or something: Often used to describe social or emotional ties.
  • Example: "The experience helped the team bond together."
• To adhere or cause to adhere: Used to describe joining objects together with adhesive.
  • Example: "The carpenter bonded the wood pieces with glue."
• To link together chemically: Refers to the process of forming a chemical bond between atoms or molecules.
  • Example: "The atoms bond to form a stable compound."