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bound Definition and Meaning in English (bound definition)

adjective
Synonyms:tiedrestrictedobligated
Quick Answer • Definition

Bound definition: Restrained or tied by a rope, chain, or other means, or obligated by a promise or duty.

Definitions of Bound

  1. 1adjective

    Restrained or tied by a rope, chain, or other means, or obligated by a promise or duty.

  2. 2adjective

    Certain or destined to happen or to do something.

  3. 3noun

    A leap or jump, especially a long or high one.

Example Sentences

“The prisoner was bound with ropes.”

“He is bound to win the competition.”

“The deer made a graceful bound over the fence.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivebind
present participlebinding
nounbinder
adjectiveunbound

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

bound to happenexpression

Certain to occur.

out of boundscollocation

Beyond the permitted area or limits.

bound by lawcollocation

Legally obligated or restricted.

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What is the meaning of Bound in English?▼
Bound definition: Restrained or tied by a rope, chain, or other means, or obligated by a promise or duty.
How do you translate 'Bound' to English?▼
'Bound' translates to 'bound' in English. Bound definition: Restrained or tied by a rope, chain, or other means, or obligated by a promise or duty.
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