registered bond: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C2Formal, Technical, Financial
Quick answer
What does “registered bond” mean?
A type of bond for which the owner's name is recorded by the issuer, providing security against loss or theft.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A type of bond for which the owner's name is recorded by the issuer, providing security against loss or theft.
In finance, a debt security where ownership is recorded electronically by the issuing company or its agent. Interest and principal payments are made directly to the registered owner. This contrasts with bearer bonds, which are unregistered and payable to whoever holds the physical certificate.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in definition or usage. The legal framework and regulations surrounding such bonds differ by country, but the term itself is identical.
Connotations
Connotes security, formality, and modern financial practice in both varieties.
Frequency
Equally common in UK and US financial and investment contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “registered bond” in a Sentence
[Investor/Entity] holds/purchases/transfers a registered bond (in/from [Company])A registered bond (of [Issuer]) pays interest (to [Owner])Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “registered bond” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The registered-bond market is less liquid than the bearer-bond market.
American English
- Registered-bond holders received their interest payments electronically.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Frequently used in corporate finance, annual reports, and investment portfolios. Example: 'The company funded the expansion through an issue of registered bonds.'
Academic
Common in finance, economics, and law papers discussing securities regulation and investor protection.
Everyday
Virtually unused in everyday conversation outside of specific investment discussions.
Technical
The standard term in brokerage statements, securities law, and financial regulatory documents.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “registered bond”
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Vocabulary
Antonyms of “registered bond”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “registered bond”
- Using 'registered bond' to mean a bond listed on a stock exchange (that is a 'listed bond').
- Confusing it with 'savings bond', which is a specific type of government bond, not necessarily defined by its registration status.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Because ownership is recorded electronically by the issuer or their agent, losing the physical certificate does not mean losing ownership. The issuer can issue a replacement after verifying your identity as the registered owner.
Yes, from an ownership security perspective. Registered bonds are protected against theft or loss of the certificate, as ownership is proven by record, not possession. Bearer bonds are payable to whoever holds them, making them risky like cash.
The sale requires an official transfer of ownership recorded by the issuer or its transfer agent. This is more formal than simply handing over a bearer bond but provides a clear audit trail.
No. 'Savings bond' is a specific product (often issued by governments to small investors). A savings bond can be a *type* of registered bond, but not all registered bonds are savings bonds. 'Registered' describes the method of recording ownership.
A type of bond for which the owner's name is recorded by the issuer, providing security against loss or theft.
Registered bond: in British English it is pronounced /ˌredʒ.ɪ.stəd ˈbɒnd/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌredʒ.ɪ.stɚd ˈbɑːnd/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a 'registered letter' – it's tracked and only delivered to the named recipient. A 'registered bond' is similar: tracked by the issuer and payments go only to the named owner.
Conceptual Metaphor
SECURITY AS A FORMAL RECORD (The safety of the investment is conceptualized through the act of official registration).
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary defining characteristic of a registered bond?