word is bond

English

Etymology

Shortening of "my word is my bond", popularized by its use among the Five-Percenter movement and hip-hop music.

Pronunciation

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Interjection

word is bond

1. (African-American Vernacular) The speaker purports that he has told the truth or is trustworthy.
   • Player Codes. Pg. 34.

     Even people, who criticize your lifestyle, will have to respect the fact that you keep your word and your word is bond.

Related terms

• word of honor (and its related terms)

References

• 2010. Encyclopedia of Muslim-American History. Michael Muhammad Knight. Pg. 204.