adj Uncommon

bonded

BON-dihd

Bonded (adj) means Joined firmly, whether by adhesive, heat, or pressure. Example: “The bonded leather seats felt smooth and durable.”

adj

Joined firmly, whether by adhesive, heat, or pressure.

"The bonded leather seats felt smooth and durable."

Legally guaranteed or insured by a bond.

"Make sure the contractor is licensed and bonded before you hire them."

How to use bonded

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSecurely joined together, or covered by a financial guarantee.

Easily confused with

insured →

Common pairings

licensed and bonded bonded together

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bonded” mean?

The word “bonded” means joined firmly, whether by adhesive, heat, or pressure. In plain terms, securely joined together, or covered by a financial guarantee.

How do you pronounce “bonded”?

“Bonded” is pronounced BON-dihd (/ˈbɑndɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “bonded” in a sentence?

Here is “bonded” used in a sentence: “The bonded leather seats felt smooth and durable.”

What part of speech is “bonded”?

“Bonded” is an adjective.

Is “bonded” a common word?

“Bonded” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “bonded” have?

“Bonded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: joined firmly, whether by adhesive, heat, or pressure.