bond
/bΙnd/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ
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Simple Meaning
a strong connection or feeling between people, or an agreement to pay back money.
When to Use
π¬Daily ConversationπBusiness English
Intermediate β can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
βMy brother and I have a really strong bond.β
βThe company issued a bond to raise money for the new building.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
Evidence of a long-term debt, by which the bond issuer (the borrower) is obliged to pay interest when due, and repay the principal at maturity, as specified on the face of the bond certificate. The rights of the holder are specified in the bond indenture, which contains the legal terms and conditions under which the bond was issued. Bonds are available in two forms: registered bonds, and bearer bonds.
Related Words
Synonyms:
connectiontielink
Antonyms:
breakseparation
Word Family:
bondedbondingbondage