word
trauma bond
TRAW-muh BOND
ˈtrɔːmə bɒndListen
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Syllable breakdown
traumabond
Dictionary meaning
A strong emotional attachment that develops through cycles of abuse, reward, and fear.
History and origin
Contemporary trauma studies.
Examples
- The counselor explained how a trauma bond can keep people in harmful relationships.
Common mispronunciations
TROW-muh bond
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