bonding
Pronunciation: [ˈbɒndɪŋ]
Context: “relationship”
(noun) the process of developing a close relationship with someone. It's like when you spend time with a friend and become really good friends because you share experiences and feelings.
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The bonding between the mother and her baby is very important for their relationship.
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There was no bonding between the team members, making it hard for them to work together.
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What activities can help with bonding between friends?
Context: “relationship”
(verb) to create or develop a close relationship with someone. It's like when you hang out with someone often and start to understand each other really well.
Example
After spending the summer together, they bonded over their shared interests.
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They didn’t bond during the trip because they kept to themselves.
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How can we bond better as a family?
Context: “science”
(noun) a connection or interaction between atoms or molecules. It's like when tiny pieces of things stick together to form something bigger, like how LEGO blocks connect to make a toy.
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The bonding between the molecules in water gives it some of its unique properties.
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Without strong bonding, the material would fall apart easily.
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What types of bonding help make up the different materials around us?