bond

[bond] / bɒnd /

NOUN

binder or fastener

Synonyms

STRONG

band binding chain connection cord fastening fetter gunk handcuff hookup irons ligature link linkage manacle network nexus rope shackle tie tie-in wire

WEAK

stickum

NOUN

association, relation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

obligation relationship

STRONG

affiliation affinity attachment connection connective friendship hookup interrelationship liaison link marriage network restraint tie tie-in union

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike divorce enmity hate hatred

NOUN

guarantee; contract

Synonyms

STRONGEST

certificate debenture obligation security transaction warrant

STRONG

agreement bargain collateral compact convention covenant guaranty pact pledge promise warranty word

Antonyms

STRONG

breach break disagreement

VERB

fasten; stick

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bind connect fix glue

STRONG

fuse gum paste

WEAK

stickum

Antonyms

WEAK

let go loosen open unfasten unstick

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Plus, U.S. stock and bond markets are closed on Thursday in observance of New Year’s Day.

From Barron's

We revisited turning points in human history, from the earliest evidence of fire-making to fresh insights into how humans form lasting bonds.

From BBC

“Our philosophy is to invest in a well-diversified portfolio of stock and bond funds,” he said.

From MarketWatch

Larger depositors will be able to obtain $100,000 while the remaining part of their funds will be compensated through tradable bonds, which will be backed by the assets of the central bank.

From Barron's

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