pair–bond

noun \-ˌbänd\

Definition of PAIR-BOND

: a monogamous relationship

— pair–bond·ing noun

1940

Medical Dictionary

noun \ˈpa(ə)r-ˌbänd, ˈpe(ə)r-\

: an exclusive union with a single mate at any one time : a monogamous relationship

—pair–bond·ing noun

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