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bond
This word evokes the image of an unbreakable link or a physical chain. It suggests a level of permanence and security that goes beyond a simple connection. When used emotionally, it implies a deep, often instinctive loyalty that is forged through shared hardship or long-term intimacy. In technical or financial contexts, the word shifts toward the idea of a guarantee or a structural anchor. Whether it is a chemical link or a legal contract, the underlying feeling is one of stability and obligation, where two separate entities become locked into a single, cohesive unit.
Countable when referring to a specific relationship or a financial certificate. Uncountable when referring to the general quality of adhesion or the abstract concept of connection.
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A strong feeling of friendship, love, or shared experience that unites people.
"The bond between the two siblings was unbreakable."
A legal agreement or a financial instrument that represents a loan made by an investor to a borrower.
"The company issued a ten-year corporate bond to raise capital."
A force or substance that holds things together, such as a chemical attraction or an adhesive.
"The chemical bond between hydrogen and oxygen is very strong."
To join together securely using a bonding agent or chemical process.
"The technician used a specialized resin to bond the carbon fiber to the frame."
To develop a close emotional relationship with someone or something.
"The new puppy quickly bonded with the children."