Bonds
/bɒndz/
Definitions
2 meaningsSomething that binds or unites; a connection.
/bɒndz/
A thing that unites or connects
The strong bonds of friendship held them together.
💡 Simply: A connection between things.
More Examples
Chemical bonds hold molecules together.
How It's Used
"Government bonds are considered a safe investment."
"The atoms formed a covalent bond."
To unite or connect closely; to form a close relationship.
/bɒnd/
To unite or connect
The experience bonded the team together.
💡 Simply: To become close friends.
More Examples
The two families bonded quickly.
How It's Used
"They bonded over their shared love of hiking."
Idioms & expressions
form a bond
To develop a close relationship.
"They formed a strong bond during their travels."
From Old English *bond, meaning a binding or tie. Related to words like 'bind'.
The word 'bond' has been used consistently throughout history to describe connections, whether physical, chemical, or emotional.
Memory tip
Think of a 'bond' as a tie that holds things together.