investing
bond
A fixed-income investment where an investor loans money to an entity (corporate or government) for a defined period at a fixed interest rate.
Example
"She bought government bonds to provide stable, low-risk income during retirement."
💡 Memory Tip
A bond BINDS the borrower to repay you with interest. Like a bond between friends — a promise.
Etymology
From Old English 'band' meaning 'something that binds' — a binding agreement to repay.
Common Misspellings
bondebonndbomd