noun
Meaning 1
The act by which something is bonded or joined together.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
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Standard Lemma guide
bonding
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noun
Meaning 2
A relationship between a parent and offspring that establishes the basis for an ongoing mutual attachment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 3
A close friendship that develops between people, often as a result of intense experiences, as those shared in military combat.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- a work bonding session
- sibling bonding
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noun
Meaning 4
A method of aggregating multiple network interfaces on a computer into a single logical interface
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, networking, physical-sciences, sciences
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noun
Meaning 5
An arrangement by which goods remain in the customs warehouses until the duties are paid.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
Meaning 6
present participle and gerund of bond
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present
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noun
Meaning 7
fastening firmly together
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: soldering
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: fastening, attachment
noun
Meaning 8
(dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enamel
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: technique
noun
Meaning 9
a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child)
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
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Broader terms: personal relation, personal relationship
Narrower terms: female bonding, male bonding, maternal-infant bonding
History
Etymology
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Across languages
Translations
4 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- French: lien — act by which something is bonded
- Spanish: vínculo afectivo — act by which something is bonded
- French: bonding — method of aggregating computer network interfaces
- German: Bündelung — method of aggregating computer network interfaces
Real reading context