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bound

Pronunciation: [/ˈbaʊ̯nd/]

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bound: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use bound in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move or run with leaping strides. Imagine a kangaroo hopping around energetically.

Example

The dog bounded across the field to fetch the ball.

Example

The injured athlete couldn't bound as gracefully as before.

Example

Can you bound over that hurdle?

Context: “limits”

(adjective) confined or restricted within certain limits. It's like being held back or restricted by rules or boundaries.

Example

The sales team is bound by the company policies.

Example

She felt free when she was not bound by any obligations.

Example

Are you bound by any regulations in your job?

How to pronounce bound

Pronunciation: [/ˈbaʊ̯nd/]

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