pair-bond
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pair–bond

noun \-ˌbänd\

Definition of PAIR-BOND

: a monogamous relationship
pair–bond·ing noun

First Known Use of PAIR-BOND

1940

pair–bond

noun \ˈpa(ə)r-ˌbänd, ˈpe(ə)r-\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of PAIR–BOND

: an exclusive union with a single mate at any one time : a monogamous relationship
pair–bond·ing noun

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