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
Examples of bonding in a Sentence
He and his dad spent the weekend together for some male bonding.
this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics
Recent Examples on the Web
The Instagram challenge has blown up and served as a bonding experience for the two.
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Bryan West, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024
When left untreated, the disorder can disrupt a mother’s ability to care for herself and her child and impact the bonding period.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
Cuddling helps prepare cats and kittens for their forever homes while promoting healthy bonding and socialization skills, according to ACANA.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
The lyrics, about the powerful bonds between sisters that grew up together, convey a different sense of bonding when sung by Ollie and Anya.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2024
Brittany’s latest post featuring son Bronze comes after sharing a sweet sibling bonding moment between her son and daughter last week on Instagram.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 3 Mar. 2024
Additional processes [not depicted here] wash away the nucleotide ink, apply a catalyst to complete the monomer bonding, and strip away the protective caps in preparation for the next printing step.
—Phillip W. Barth, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Mar. 2024
Venus fusing with Saturn sets off a new cycle of bonding.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) strongly recommends safe babywearing for soothing, bonding, and nurturing a baby’s development.
—Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
Bryan West, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024
When left untreated, the disorder can disrupt a mother’s ability to care for herself and her child and impact the bonding period.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
Cuddling helps prepare cats and kittens for their forever homes while promoting healthy bonding and socialization skills, according to ACANA.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
The lyrics, about the powerful bonds between sisters that grew up together, convey a different sense of bonding when sung by Ollie and Anya.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2024
Brittany’s latest post featuring son Bronze comes after sharing a sweet sibling bonding moment between her son and daughter last week on Instagram.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 3 Mar. 2024
Additional processes [not depicted here] wash away the nucleotide ink, apply a catalyst to complete the monomer bonding, and strip away the protective caps in preparation for the next printing step.
—Phillip W. Barth, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Mar. 2024
Venus fusing with Saturn sets off a new cycle of bonding.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) strongly recommends safe babywearing for soothing, bonding, and nurturing a baby’s development.
—Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bonding. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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