Bond — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb adjective /ˈbänd/

Meaning & Definition of Bond

Bond (noun)

  1. something that binds or restrains, fetter
  2. a binding agreement, covenant
  3. a band or cord used to tie something

Bond (verb)

  1. to lap (a building material, such as brick) for solidity of construction
  2. to secure payment of duties and taxes on (goods) by giving a bond
  3. to convert into a debt secured by bonds

Bond (adjective)

  1. bound in slavery

Bond (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that physically prevents free movement

    "before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds"

    similar: band, bind, bracelet, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s), irons, ligature, manacle(s), shackle
    related: captivity, confinement, constraint, curb, enchainment, enslavement, hindrance, immurement, imprisonment, incarceration, restraint, restriction, entanglement, net, trammel, trap, collar, straitjacket, fastener, hobble, hold, hold-down, holding, tie

  2. a uniting or binding force or influence

    "the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it"

    similar: cement, cord, knot, ligature, link, tie
    related: attachment, connection, fastening, hookup, joint, linkage, linkup, nexus, tie-up, union, yoke, affection, fondness, sympathy, fetter, handcuff, manacle, shackle, trammel, constraint, curb, hampering, limit, limitation, restraint, restriction
    near: detaching, disengaging, parting, separation, unbinding, unfastening, unfettering, untying, emancipation, freedom, liberation, release

  3. a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation

    "signed a bond to repay the money"

    similar: contract, covenant, deal, guarantee, guaranty, surety, warranty
    related: oath, pledge, troth, vow, word, accord, bargain, compact, concordat, convention, pact, treaty, assurance, insurance, seal, bail, deposit, pawn, security

  4. a substance used to stick things together

    "what type of bond works best on ceramics?"

    similar: adhesive, cement, glue, size
    related: epoxy, epoxy resin, library paste, mucilage, paste, superglue, water glass, dope, goo, gum

Bond (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to form a close personal relationship

    "a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson"

    similar: click, commune, relate, hit it off
    related: befriend, empathize, identify, sympathize

Related Entry: Bond servant (noun)

Bond servant is a different word from Bond. The synonyms below are for bond servant, not for bond.

  1. as in indentured servant

    similar: indentured servant, helot, serf, attendant, domestic, drudge, handmaiden, lackey, menial, servant, bondwoman, odalisque, bondman, chattel, slave, thrall
    opposite: freeman, freedman, freedwoman, enslaver, slave driver, slaveholder, slaver, master, taskmaster

Related Entry: Bond servants (noun)

Bond servants is a different word from Bond. The synonyms below are for bond servants, not for bond.

  1. as in indentured servants

    similar: indentured servants, helots, serfs, attendants, domestics, drudges, handmaidens, lackeys, menials, servants, bondwomen, odalisques, bondmen, chattels, slaves, thralls
    opposite: freemen, freedmen, freedwomen, enslavers, slave drivers, slaveholders, slavers, masters, taskmasters

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bond

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bond:

band, bind, bracelet, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s), irons, ligature, manacle(s), shackle, cement, cord, knot, link, tie, contract, covenant, deal, guarantee, guaranty, surety, warranty, adhesive, glue, size, click, commune, relate, hit it off

Related Words for Bond

captivity, confinement, constraint, curb, enchainment, enslavement, hindrance, immurement, imprisonment, incarceration, restraint, restriction, entanglement, net, trammel, trap, collar, straitjacket, fastener, hobble, hold, hold-down, holding, attachment, connection, fastening, hookup, joint, linkage, linkup

Near Antonyms of Bond

detaching, disengaging, parting, separation, unbinding, unfastening, unfettering, untying, emancipation, freedom, liberation, release

Word Forms of Bond

Inflections: bonded, bonding, bonds

Derived words: bondable (adjective), bonder (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Bond

Middle English band, bond band

First known use: 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bond

Words & Phrases Containing Bond

bond paper, bond servant, coordinate bond, covalent bond, dative bond, double bond, hydrogen bond

Frequently Asked Questions about Bond

What does "Bond" mean?

"Bond" means something that binds or restrains, fetter. As an a noun, a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: something that binds or restrains, fetter. It has 5 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Bond"?

Other words for "Bond" include band, bind, bracelet, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s) and irons. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bond" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bond"?

There are 105 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bond". Common alternatives include band, bind, bracelet, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s), irons, ligature and manacle(s).

How do you use "Bond" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bond" in a sentence: "before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds"; "the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it"; "signed a bond to repay the money".

Is "Bond" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bond" can be used as a noun, a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Bond" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Bond" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Bond"?

"Bond" is pronounced /ˈbänd/.

What is the origin of the word "Bond"?

"Bond" comes from Middle English band, bond band. First known use: 12th century.