bond

bond

noun

Definition of BOND

1

something that physically prevents free movement <before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds>

Synonyms band, bind, bracelet, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s), irons, ligature, manacle(s), shackle

Related Words captivity, confinement, constraint, curb, enchainment, enslavement, hindrance, immurement, imprisonment, incarceration, restraint, restriction; entanglement, net, trammel, trap; collar, straitjacket (also straightjacket); 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>

Synonyms cement, cord, knot, ligature, link, tie

Related Words 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 Antonyms detaching, disengaging, parting, separation; unbinding, unfastening, unfettering, untying (or untieing); emancipation, freedom, liberation, release

3

a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation <signed a bond to repay the money>

Synonyms bond, contract, covenant, deal, guaranty, surety, warranty

Related Words 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?>

Synonyms adhesive, bond, cement, size

Related Words epoxy, epoxy resin, library paste, mucilage, paste, superglue, water glass; dope, goo, gum