bond

US /bɑnd/

UK /bɒnd/

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noun

  • Rope, chain or other thing used to tie someone up
  • Closeness that is shared between people or groups
  • Loan that a government must buy back by a set date
  • Written agreement to pay back borrowed money
  • Joint or connection, often using glue

verb

  • To develop a close relationship with
  • To become joined or connected, e.g. using glue

Examples

bonds of friendship

The bonds were redeemed in 2002.