bona
- A Latin term meaning 'goods' or 'property'. It is often used in legal contexts to refer to possessions or assets. nounThe executor of the estate was responsible for distributing the bona among the heirs.In the case of bankruptcy, the debtor's bona are liquidated to pay off creditors.
- A slang term used in Polari, a form of cant slang used in Britain by some actors, circus performers, and the gay subculture, meaning 'good' or 'attractive'. adjectiveHe's such a bona guy, always helping others.That outfit looks bona on you!