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
1
Joined firmly, whether by adhesive, heat, or pressure.
"To save weight, good use is made of resin-bonded glass fibre."
— , The first hundred 25 kV a.c. electric locomotives for B.R (1960)
"The bonded leather seats felt smooth and durable."
2
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 notesIn plain EnglishSecurely joined together, or covered by a financial guarantee.
Easily confused with
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.
