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   bond

   /bɒnd/

   noun

   • 1. a relationship between people or groups based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences: "there was a bond of understanding between them" Similar friendshiprelationshipfellowshippartnershipassociationaffiliationalliancecoalitionattachmenttielinkconnectionunionnexus
   • 2. a connection between two surfaces or objects that have been joined together, especially by means of an adhesive substance, heat, or pressure: "there was no effective bond between the concrete and the steel"
   • ▪ a strong force of attraction holding atoms together in a molecule or crystal, resulting from the sharing or transfer of electrons: "each carbon atom uses three electrons to form bonds with the adjacent atoms"
   • ▪ ropes, chains, or other restraints used to restrict someone's movement or hold something in place: literary "he stooped over the trussed man and tested his bonds" Similar chainsfettersshacklesmanaclesironsropescordstiesfasteningsrestraintsrare:trammels
   • 3. an agreement with legal force. Similar promisepledgevowavowaloathwordword of honoursolemn wordguaranteeassuranceagreementunderstandingengagementcommitmentobligationcontractpacttransactionbargaindealsettlementcovenantcompacttreatyconcordataccordbailparolearchaic:troth
   • ▪ a deed by which a person is committed to make payment to another.
   • ▪ a mortgage. South African
   • ▪ a certificate issued by a government or a public company promising to repay borrowed money at a fixed rate of interest at a specified time.
   • ▪ an insurance policy held by a company, which protects against losses resulting from circumstances such as bankruptcy.
   • ▪ a sum of money paid as bail. US
   • 4. a pattern in which bricks are laid in order to ensure the strength of the resulting structure: "English bond"

   verb

   • 1. join or be joined securely to something else, especially by means of an adhesive substance, heat, or pressure: "press the material to bond the layers together"
   • ▪ establish a relationship or link with someone based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences: "the failure to properly bond with their children"
   • 2. join or be joined by a chemical bond: "neutral molecules bond to the central atom"
   • 3. lay (bricks) in an overlapping pattern so as to form a strong structure.
   • 4. place (dutiable goods) in bond: "assets may have to be sold or bonded to provide cash for the payment of this tax"

   Word Origin Middle English: variant of band1.

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2. www.nerdwallet.com › article › investingWhat Is A Bond And How Do Bonds Work? - NerdWallet

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   Jul 8, 2024 · Bonds are loans to companies or governments that pay investors a fixed rate of return. Learn about the types, risks and benefits of bonds, and how they can balance your portfolio.

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4. www.businessinsider.com › investing › what-is-a-bondWhat Is a Bond? Definition, Types, and Tips for Investors

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   Jul 19, 2024 · A bond is a loan you make to a company in exchange for income over a fixed period of time. Bonds allow individuals to diversify portfolios while mitigating investment...

5. thedalagroup.com › blog › what-are-bonds-and-how-do-they-workWhat Are Bonds and How Do They Work? — The Dala Group

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   Jul 17, 2024 · A bond is a debt owed by an entity to a party that loans money in exchange for periodic payments and an eventual return of the initial amount invested. Think of it like an IOU. Bonds provide a steady stream of income from the issuer of the bond to the bond holder. Bonds are thought to be more reliably income-producing than owning stocks.

6. erika.com › what-are-bondsWhat Are Bonds and How Do They Work? - erika.com

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   Jul 10, 2024 · A bond is a type of fixed-income asset that is similar to an IOU. Bondholders typically loan money to an issuer, which can be a government or a company. They are a way to raise money to support a company’s operations or for specific public works projects, like infrastructure maintenance.

7. www.moneysense.ca › glossary › what-are-bondsWhat are bonds? - MoneySense

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   Jul 15, 2024 · Bonds are a form of debt security. Governments and corporations issue bonds to borrow money from investors. The amount borrowed is referred to as the bond’s face value or par value.

8. www.crediful.com › what-is-a-bondWhat Are Bonds? Learn Types, Benefits, and How They Work

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   Jun 30, 2024 · Definition of a Bond. A bond is a loan between a borrower and a lender. As the investor, you would essentially buy an I.O.U. note from a borrower. The note will include the term of the loan, the payment schedule, and any other relevant details. The bond boils down to a promise from the borrower to the lender to pay you back in full, plus interest.

9. www.forbes.com › advisor › inWhat Is A Bond? – Forbes Advisor INDIA

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   Jul 11, 2024 · Learn the basics of bonds, a kind of loan you offer to its issuer upon which you get interest. Find out the types, terminology, factors, advantages and taxation of bonds in India.