Bond
/bɒnd/noun
A mutual agreement or connection between parties, often involving an obligation.
Did you know?Historically, 'bond' was tied to the notion of binding or fastening, echoing ancient practices of tying charms to secure fate and fortune.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bʰendh-
“To bind or tie securely.”
Latin
Latin
binda
“A binding or fastening.”
Old English
Old English
bonda
“A peasant or farmer, one who binds land to labor.”
Middle English
Middle English
bond
“A legal obligation or pledge, particularly in property.”
Modern English
English
bond
“A formal agreement or connection, especially in legal or financial contexts.”