bonding

Thân thiện

A mother and baby share a moment of bonding during playtime.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act or process of fastening things firmly together: A method of joining materials to create a strong, unified structure.
   • (Dentistry) A restorative technique: A procedure where a resin material is applied to a tooth's surface, adhering to the enamel to repair damage or improve appearance.
   • The formation of a close, secure, and often emotional relationship: The development of a deep personal connection between individuals, such as family members or partners.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The bonding of the two metal plates was achieved with a special adhesive.
  • The dentist recommended bonding to fix the chipped tooth.
  • Skin-to-skin contact is important for the bonding between a mother and her newborn baby.

Advanced Usage

• "Male bonding": Social bonding and formation of friendships specifically between men.
  • The fishing trip was an exercise in male bonding.
• "Bonding experience": A shared activity that strengthens the relationship between people.
  • Surviving the camping trip in the rain was a real bonding experience for the team.

Variants and Related Words

• Bond (noun/verb): The connection itself, or the act of creating it. (e.g., , ).
• Bondable (adj): Capable of being bonded or forming a secure attachment.
• Debonding (noun): The failure or reversal of a bond; the process of a bond coming apart.

Synonyms

• Attachment: The process of becoming emotionally connected.
• Adhesion: The act or state of sticking firmly to a surface or object.
• Connection: A relationship in which a person or thing is linked or associated with something else.

Related Phrases

• Bonding agent: A substance used to make materials adhere to each other.
  • The contractor applied a bonding agent before laying the new tiles.
• Bonding time: Time spent together to develop or strengthen a relationship.
  • The weekend getaway was much-needed bonding time for the family.

Related Idioms

• To bond over something: To form a connection because of a shared interest or experience.
  • The two strangers bonded over their love of classic jazz music.

Học thuật

Noun

1. fastening firmly together
2. (dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enamel
3. a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child)

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