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noun

ˈbänd How to pronounce bond (audio)
Definition of bondnext
1
as in chain
something that physically prevents free movement before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds

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2
as in link
a uniting or binding force or influence the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it

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3
as in contract
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation signed a bond to repay the money

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4
as in glue
a substance used to stick things together what type of bond works best on ceramics?

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bond

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verb

as in to relate
to form a close personal relationship a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson

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Recent Examples of bond
Noun
On May 7, 2025, while on felony probation and on bond for a violent crime, Kane Roden shot Diallo dead on a street in North Richland Hills. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Aug. 2026 Immigrants who were denied bond hearings began challenging mandatory-detention policies in federal court through habeas corpus, under which the government must legally justify a person’s detention. — Emily Witt, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
Verb
At Tower 208, a component known as a compression paddle was not securely bonded to the pylon, allowing debris to form and creating a dangerous air pocket, the filing said. — Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026 Standard deer cartridges are fine, but use a stout bullet, either bonded, partition or monolithic. — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bond
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
  1. chain
  2. link
  3. contract
  4. glue
  5. relate
  6. bracelet
  7. tie
  8. guarantee
Noun
  • There are also opportunities in companies which are benefiting from inflation and scarcity across the AI chain, Fidelity said.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
  • That’s why some are tapping these chains of Mac minis or Mac Studios.
    — Samuel Axon, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of chain
Noun
  • The platform links brand clients with filmmakers around the world to turn advertising messages into standalone films with real narrative ambition, rather than conventional commercials.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • When followers click those links and purchase something, creators get a cut of the sales — anywhere from five to 30 percent.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of link
Noun
  • This is a massive season for a fourth-year player who could be in line for a hefty second contract.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Summary The Philadelphia Phillies dramatically cut Nick Castellanos before the season, despite his significant contract and a key role in their 2022 World Series appearance.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of contract
Noun
  • Beginning in 1989, oil and acrylic paints gave way to olive oil, henna, tea, spices, and coffee, while animal glue, mud, and leather also shaped the group’s posters, paintings, and mixed-media assemblages.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Each of them is at times the hot one, the funny one, and the chaos agent, and Issa is all of those things at once as well as the glue.
    — Emily Gould, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of glue
Verb
  • The process can involve repairs across propulsion, electrical and combat-related systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Gennaro Tomma is a freelance journalist who covers science, with a focus on the natural world, biodiversity, conservation, climate change, environmental and science-related policies, and more.
    — Gennaro Tomma, Scientific American, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of relate
Noun
  • Hart kept her accessories simple with a dainty gold pendant necklace and a bright blue leather bracelet featuring a silver hardware buckle.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The Xchkrm Anti-theft Phone Wrist Strap slips around your wrist like a bracelet and features an adjustable buckle to secure your phone against potential drops or theft.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of bracelet
Noun
  • Samba has ties to the Brazilian Carnival tradition, so Anna picks out a floral fabric and designs a skirt with feather-style panels that will move around with the dancer.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • While Liang’s ties with the government have strengthened, his tech bets appear to be a convergence with Beijing’s priorities rather than state-directed, Wang noted.
    — Anniek Bao,Elaine Yu, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of tie
Noun
  • Along the way, the audience can expect tons of humiliation, terrible second prizes, and the guarantee that Robertson will turn at least one poor soul's wrong turn into several minutes of unhinged public destruction.
    — Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Marley Spoon says its products are backed by a freshness and quality guarantee for four days after a subscription box arrives.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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