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bondable

[ bon-duh-buhl ]

adjective

  1. able to be connected or joined:

    This composite is a bondable, biocompatible, translucent, and easy-to-use reinforced ribbon.

  2. connecting or adhering different materials:

    You can use a bondable adhesive if you don’t want to sew the patches on.

  3. Insurance. able to be insured as trustworthy under a bond or surety agreement:

    All applicants must be bondable and pass a criminal background check.

  4. Finance. (of a debt, business, etc.) able to be secured by bonds:

    The company is financially strong, bondable, and involved in a variety of commercial projects.

    Voters have passed a measure requiring voter approval of all bondable construction costs before construction can begin.

  5. Law. (of a criminal charge) allowing for a perpetrator’s release on payment of bail or personal surety:

    I learned from my stint at the county jail that theft of property and possession of burglary tools are both bondable charges.



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Other Words From

  • bond·a·bil·i·ty [bon-d, uh, -, bil, -i-tee], noun
  • un·bond·a·ble adjective

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