bonds
bɒndz
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Definition of bonds - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun, plural

1.
relationshipstrong connections or ties between people
  • The bonds of friendship grew stronger over the years.
2.
financeTECH.financial instruments representing a loan to a government or companyTECH.
  • She invested in government bonds for a steady income.
3.
imprisonmentrestraints or shackles used to hold someone
  • The prisoner struggled to break free from his bonds.
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Images of bonds

  • bonds: restraints or shackles used to hold someone
    restraints or shackles used to hold someone

Expressions with bonds

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end a close relationship
They decided to break bonds after the argument.
investment in bonds managed by a professional
Managed bonds offer diversified investment opportunities.
bonds that can be quickly sold or traded in public markets
The company invested excess cash in short-term marketable bonds.
government savings bonds with a chance to win prizes
Many people invest in premium bonds for a chance to win.

Origin of bonds

Middle English, bond (binding agreement)

Terms with bonds included in their meaning

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extramarital
happening or existing outside the bonds of marriage
relationship
referring to non-biological family bonds
finance
person who buys and sells stocks and bonds for clients
ownership
something owned like stocks or bonds
finance
tradeable financial asset like stocks or bonds
bonding
material that bonds surfaces firmly
bonding
material that bonds surfaces together
social bonds
foster relationships and connections among people

Examples of bonds in a sentence

  • Bonds between teammates can lead to success.
  • Corporate bonds can be a risky investment.
  • Municipal bonds often fund local infrastructure projects.
  • The bonds were too tight to slip out of.
  • He was finally freed from his bonds after hours.

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  1. French:liens, obligations, ...
  2. German:Bindungen, Anleihe, ...
  3. Italian:legami, obbligazioni, ...
  4. Spanish:lazos, bonos, ...
  5. Portuguese:laços, obrigações, ...
  6. Chinese:纽带, 债券, ...
  7. Japanese:絆, 債券, ...
  8. Arabic:روابط, سندات, ...
  9. Hebrew:קְשָׁרִים, אִגְּרוֹת חוֹב, ...
  10. Russian:узы, облигации, ...
  11. Ukrainian:узи, облігації, ...
  12. Hindi:संबंध, बॉन्ड, ...
bond
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Definition of bond - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
relationshipemotional link or connection between people
  • They shared a strong bond of friendship.
affection attachment
2.
investmentTECH.unit of investment in debt securitiesTECH.
  • She invested in government bonds for her retirement.
debenture note security
3.
contract lawagreement or promise under legal obligation
  • He signed a bond to ensure the completion of the project.
contract covenant

Verb

1.
relationshipintr.form a strong relationship with someoneintr.
  • They bonded over their shared love of music..
connect unite
2.
adhesiontr.stick materials together using an adhesivetr.
  • We bonded the wood pieces with strong glue..
adhere cement glue
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Images of bond

  • bond: pattern of bricklaying for strength
    pattern of bricklaying for strength

Expressions with bond

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kept in a special place for safety
The goods are in bond until taxes are paid.
high-risk, high-yield bond issued by a company
Investors were wary of the high default rates of junk bonds..
strong connection between family members
The bond of blood between siblings is often unbreakable.
strong feeling of attachment that closely connects people or living beings
The emotional bond between the twins remained strong throughout their lives.
emotional connection between married partners
Their bond of marriage grew stronger over the years.
mutual feeling of admiration and esteem
Their bond of respect grew stronger over the years.

Origin of bond

Middle English, band (something that binds)

Examples of bond in a sentence

  • The bond between the siblings was unbreakable.
  • Corporate bonds can be a safer investment.
  • He diversified his portfolio with municipal bonds.
  • The contractor signed a bond to guarantee the work.
  • She entered into a bond to secure the loan.
  • Covalent bonds form when atoms share electrons.

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  1. French:lien, créer des liens, ...
  2. German:Bindung, verbinden, ...
  3. Italian:legame, unire, ...
  4. Spanish:vínculo, unir, ...
  5. Portuguese:vínculo, criar laços, ...
  6. Chinese:纽带, 形成纽带, ...
  7. Japanese:絆, 絆を結ぶ, ...
  8. Arabic:رابِطَة, تَرَبَّطَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:קֶשֶׁר, לְהִיקָּשֵׁר, ...
  10. Russian:связь, установить связь, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зв'язок, зблизитися, ...
  12. Hindi:बंधन, गहरा संबंध बनाना, ...
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