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bonding
[ bon-ding ]
/ ˈbɒn dɪŋ /
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noun
Psychology, Animal Behavior.
- a relationship that usually begins at the time of birth between a parent and offspring and that establishes the basis for an ongoing mutual attachment.
- the establishment of a pair bond.
a close friendship that develops between adults, often as a result of intense experiences, as those shared in military combat.
Dentistry. a technique or procedure for restoring the discolored or damaged surface of a tooth by coating it with a highly durable resinous material that adheres to the existing enamel.
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British Dictionary definitions for bonding
bonding
/ (ˈbɒndɪŋ) /
noun
the process by which individuals become emotionally attached to one anotherSee also pair bond
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