bonding

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

Synonyms

• adhesion
• cling
• adherence

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

Kansas lawmakers passed a supercharged bonding plan, with a June 30 deadline attached, as an attempt to lure both the Royals and the Chiefs across the state line. —Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2025

Most adhesives can’t stick to wet surfaces because water and other fluids disrupt the adhesive’s bonding mechanisms. —Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 9 Aug. 2025

These actions reflect comfort, trust, and emotional bonding. —Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Aug. 2025

Watching games together has become a bonding experience, starting from a place of cautious curiosity. —Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

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