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bonded

Syllabification: (bond·ed)
Pronunciation: /ˈbändid/

Definition of bonded

adjective

[attributive]
  • 1(of a thing) joined securely to another thing, especially by an adhesive, a heat process, or pressure:bonded metal plates
  • emotionally or psychologically linked:a strongly bonded group of females
  • held by a chemical bond:bonded atoms
  • 2(of a person or company) bound by a legal agreement, in particular.
  • (of a debt) secured by bonds.
  • (of a worker or workforce) obliged to work for a particular employer, often in a condition close to slavery.
  • 3(of dutiable goods) placed in bond.

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