bond
/bɒnd/
B1 · Intermediate★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
人与人之间紧密的联系或感情；或者一种偿还钱的协议。
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📈Business English
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“我和我哥哥关系非常紧密。”
“公司发行了债券来筹集新大楼的资金。”
Learning Path
▶Full 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.