bonding

noun

bond·​ing ˈbän-diŋ 

1

: the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association

2

: the attaching of a material (such as porcelain) to a tooth surface especially for cosmetic purposes

Synonyms

• adherence
• adhesion
• cling

Examples of bonding in a Sentence

He and his dad spent the weekend together for some male bonding.

this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics

Recent Examples on the Web

Considering research shows that social connection can increase our odds of survival by 50%, bonding is an essential component of Fiuggi's program. —Mary Holland, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2024

Three years after passage of the federal infrastructure law, federal transportation funding has grown over 40%, but state bonding for matching funds that are needed to use the funding have not grown commensurately. —Kaitlyn Pohly, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2024

The two actors joined The Envelope to discuss sisterly bonding, improvisation and clowning around — literally. —Margy Rochlin, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2024

Research shows that such traits evoke positive emotions and social connections that can be measured by looking at changes in brain activity and levels of oxytocin, an important bonding hormone. —Carin Leong, Scientific American, 6 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

bonding

noun

bond·​ing

1

: the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association see male bonding

2

: a dental technique in which a material and especially plastic or porcelain is attached to a tooth surface to correct minor defects (as chipped or discolored teeth) especially for cosmetic purposes