bonds (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /bɒndz/
Definition
A financial instrument where an investor loans money to an entity (like a corporation or government) which borrows the funds for a defined period at a variable or fixed interest rate. Bonds are used by companies and governments to raise money.
Examples
The government issued treasury bonds to finance infrastructure projects.
She invested in corporate bonds for a more stable income stream than stocks.
How to Use bonds
- issue bonds (collocation)
- To formally offer or sell financial bonds to investors. — "The company decided to issue bonds to raise capital."
- invest in bonds (collocation)
- To put money into bonds with the expectation of profit. — "Many retirees choose to invest in bonds for their safety."
- corporate bonds (collocation)
- Bonds issued by companies. — "He analyzed the risk associated with corporate bonds before buying."
- government bonds (collocation)
- Bonds issued by a national government. — "Treasury bonds are considered a safe investment."
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