BONDS
/bɒndz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of BONDS
Evidence of a long-term debt, by which the bond issuer (the borrower) is obliged to pay interest when due, and repay the principal at maturity, as specified on the face of the bond certificate. The rights of the holder are specified in the bond indenture, which contains the legal terms and conditions under which the bond was issued. Bonds are available in two forms: registered bonds, and bearer bonds.
A documentary obligation to pay a sum or to perform a contract; a debenture.
"Investors face a quandary. Cash offers a return of virtually zero in many developed countries; government-bond yields may have risen in recent weeks but they are still unattractive. Equities have suffered two big bear markets since 2000 and are wobbling again. It is hardly surprising that pension funds, insurers and endowments are searching for new sources of return."
A partial payment made to show a provider that the customer is sincere about buying a product or a service. If the product or service is not purchased the customer then forfeits the bond.
To connect, secure or tie with a bond; to bind.
"The gargantuan ape was bonded in iron chains and carted onto the stage."
To cause to adhere (one material with another).
"The children bonded their snapshots to the scrapbook pages with mucilage."
To form a chemical compound with.
"Under unusual conditions, even gold can be made to bond with other elements."
A peasant; churl.
A vassal; serf; one held in bondage to a superior.
Examples of BONDS in a Sentence
- "Investors face a quandary. Cash offers a return of virtually zero in many developed countries; government-bond yields may have risen in recent weeks but they are still unattractive. Equities have suffered two big bear markets since 2000 and are wobbling again. It is hardly surprising that pension funds, insurers and endowments are searching for new sources of return."
- "The gargantuan ape was bonded in iron chains and carted onto the stage."
- "The children bonded their snapshots to the scrapbook pages with mucilage."
- "Under unusual conditions, even gold can be made to bond with other elements."
Word Details
Is BONDS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BONDS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BONDS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BONDS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | o | n | d | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BONDS
33 words from the letters in BONDS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BONDS in Word Games
BONDS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BONDS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BONDS to find 33 additional valid words.