"pair bond" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈpɛɹˌbɑnd/ [General-American] Forms: pair bonds [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} pair bond (plural pair bonds)
  1. A relationship, often permanent, formed between a male and female animal; initiated during courtship and maintained after mating. Derived forms: pair-bonder Related terms: monogamy
    Sense id: en-pair_bond-en-noun-KyF~sdDa Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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