bonding

1 of 2

noun

bond·​ing ˈbän-diŋ 

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

2 of 2

present participle of bond entry 2

Synonyms of bonding

Noun

• adhesion
• cling
• adherence

Examples of bonding in a Sentence

Noun

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

Noun

However, network bonding does not guarantee uninterrupted communications. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026

But really, traveling around with my best friends was such an incredibly bonding, grounding experience. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026

The stadium will be funded through the state’s bonding program called sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds that stretch across a sweeping two-county district. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026

And the 40-something daughter has brought along her mother for a weekend of spa time, tea time, and bonding. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1969, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bonding

• ponding
• absconding
• desponding
• responding
• antibonding
• corresponding

Medical Definition

bonding

noun

bond·​ing

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 see male bonding

2

: a dental technique in which a material and especially plastic or porcelain is attached to a tooth surface to correct minor defects (as chipped or discolored teeth) especially for cosmetic purposes