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bond

Definition

  • noun: something (such as an idea, interest, experience, or feeling) that is shared between people or groups and forms a connection between them
  • noun: something that binds or restrains
  • verb: to join (things) together
  • verb: to lap (as brick) for solidity of construction
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: imprisonment, captivity, fetters

Examples

  • The accused was released on $10,000 'bond'. [=the person accused of a crime was released from jail because someone promised to pay $10,000 if the accused person does not appear for the trial]

  • The city issued 'bonds' [=the city created bonds and sold them to investors] to pay for the new school.

  • You can believe me when I say I'll help you. 'My word is my bond'. [=I always do what I promise to do]

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