bonding

(noun) a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child).

(noun) (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.

(noun) fastening firmly together. Synonyms: soldering.

(verb) stick to firmly. Synonyms: adhere, hold fast, bond, bind, stick, stick to. Example: "Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?."

(verb) create social or emotional ties. Synonyms: bind, tie, attach, bond. Example: "The grandparents want to bond with the child."

(verb) issue bonds on. Synonyms: bond.

(verb) bring together in a common cause or emotion. Synonyms: bond, bring together, draw together. Example: "The death of their child had drawn them together."