weakly-bonded
|weak-ly-bond-ed|
B2
/ˈwiːkli ˈbɒndɪd/
fragile connection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'weakly-bonded' originates from the English word 'weakly,' meaning 'in a weak manner,' and 'bonded,' meaning 'joined or connected.'
Historical Evolution
'Weakly-bonded' combines the adverb 'weakly' with the past participle 'bonded' to describe a state of weak connection.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'joined in a weak manner,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a connection or bond that is not strong or is easily broken.
The molecules in the substance are weakly-bonded, making it easy to dissolve.
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Last updated: 2025/03/28 22:24