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
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
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EW.com, 13 June 2025
While the manager’s influence style led her to prioritize rapport and team bonding, her employees were more motivated by clear, measurable outcomes.
—Megan Malone, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
The Chiefs and Royals face a June 30 deadline on whether to accept an offer from Kansas that includes using a supercharged bonding program to pay, in theory, up to 70% of the cost of new stadiums.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2025
Kim Kardashian is spending some bonding time with her son.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 11 June 2025
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EW.com, 13 June 2025
While the manager’s influence style led her to prioritize rapport and team bonding, her employees were more motivated by clear, measurable outcomes.
—Megan Malone, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
The Chiefs and Royals face a June 30 deadline on whether to accept an offer from Kansas that includes using a supercharged bonding program to pay, in theory, up to 70% of the cost of new stadiums.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2025
Kim Kardashian is spending some bonding time with her son.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for bonding
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bonding. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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