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Definition of Covalent bond
1. Noun. A chemical bond that involves sharing a pair of electrons between atoms in a molecule.
Generic synonyms: Bond, Chemical Bond
Specialized synonyms: Double Bond, Coordinate Bond, Dative Bond
Specialized synonyms: Double Bond, Coordinate Bond, Dative Bond
Definition of Covalent bond
1. Noun. (chemistry) A type of chemical bond where two atoms are connected to each other by the sharing of two or more electrons. ¹
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Medical Definition of Covalent bond
1. A bond between two or more atoms that is provided by electrons that travel between the atoms' nuclei, holding them together but keeping them a stable distance apart. (09 Oct 1997)