The meaning of BONDING is the formation of a close relationship (as between a mother and child or between a person and an animal) especially through frequent or constant association.

BONDING definition: 1. the process by which a close emotional relationship is developed: 2. the process by which a…. Learn more.

These include emotional response, mood regulation, social bonding, physical movement such as dancing, and the desire to seek out or collect new musical experiences.

Bonding is a type of insurance that insures companies against theft, damage, or embezzlement carried out by its employees while they are working. Bonding is required to provide protection to the …

Definition of bonding noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The formation of a close human relationship, as between friends: "He says he has rediscovered the comforts of male bonding in a Washington men's group" (Marilyn Chase).

bond•ing (bon′ ding), n. 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 …

He and his dad spent the weekend together for some male bonding.

Bonding is what happens when you develop a close emotional connection with another person, or when two things are fastened together. Touching your tongue to a frozen flagpole is one way of bonding, …

: an adhesive, cementing material, or fusible ingredient that combines, unites, or strengthens. The accused was released on $40,000 bond.