what is the correct definition of a bond?

a. an agreement in which an investor deposits money in a bank account, and the bank invests that money wit a promise to slit any returns with the investor.

b. an agreement in which an investor pays to own a certain portion or percentage of a company, and the company pays the investor dividends based on how it performs.

c. an agreement in which an investor loans money to a company's or government, and the company or government promises to repay the loan with interest over a period of time.

d. an agreement in which an investor receives money from a company or government, and the company or government benefits from labor of the investor.