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covalent bond

 
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–noun Chemistry.
the bond formed by the sharing of a pair of electrons by two atoms.
Origin:
1960–65
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covalent bond  
n.  A chemical bond formed by the sharing of one or more electrons, especially pairs of electrons, between atoms.
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Cultural Dictionary

covalent bond [(koh-vay-luhnt)]

A chemical bond in which two atoms share some of their valence electrons, thereby creating a force that holds the atoms together.

Note: Many molecules in living systems are held together by covalent bonds.
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: covalent bond
Function: noun
: a chemical bond formed between atoms by the sharing of electrons
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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Medical Dictionary

covalent bond n.
A chemical bond formed by the sharing of one or more electrons, especially pairs of electrons, between atoms.

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