Bonding — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈbän-diŋ/ bond·ing

Meaning & Definition of Bonding

Bonding (noun)

  1. the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association
  2. the attaching of a material (such as porcelain) to a tooth surface especially for cosmetic purposes

Bonding (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a physical sticking to as if by glue

    "this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics"

    similar: adherence, adhesion, cling
    related: agglutination, clumping, cohesion, adhesiveness, attachment, cohesiveness, tenacity, cementing, gluing
    opposite: detachment, loosening, unfixing, unsticking

Bonding (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to form a close personal relationship

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

    similar: clicking, communing, relating, hitting it off
    related: befriending, empathizing, identifying, sympathizing

Related Entry: Bond (verb)

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

  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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bonding

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bonding:

adherence, adhesion, cling, clicking, communing, relating, hitting it off

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bonding

Words with the opposite meaning of Bonding:

detachment, loosening, unfixing, unsticking

Related Words for Bonding

agglutination, clumping, cohesion, adhesiveness, attachment, cohesiveness, tenacity, cementing, gluing, befriending, empathizing, identifying, sympathizing

Origin & Etymology of Bonding

First known use: 1969

Frequently Asked Questions about Bonding

What does "Bonding" mean?

"Bonding" means the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Bonding"?

Other words for "Bonding" include adherence, adhesion, cling, clicking, communing, relating and hitting it off. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bonding" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bonding"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bonding". Common alternatives include adherence, adhesion, cling, clicking, communing, relating and hitting it off.

What is the opposite of "Bonding"?

Antonyms of "Bonding" include detachment, loosening, unfixing and unsticking.

How do you use "Bonding" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bonding" in a sentence: "this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics"; "a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson".

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

"Bonding" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Bonding"?

"Bonding" is pronounced /ˈbän-diŋ/ and divided into syllables as bond·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Bonding"?

First known use: 1969.