Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Bounds.
How to pronounce bounds:
US
Bounds - as a noun
The line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bound8boundary14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
extremity21Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bounds - as a verb
To surround a territory or other geographical entity.
Example: "France, portugal, gibraltar and andorra bound spain."
To be the boundary of.
To leap, move by jumping.
Example: "The rabbit bounded down the lane."
To cause to leap.
Example: "To bound a horse"
To rebound; to bounce.
Example: "A rubber ball bounds on the floor"
To cause to rebound; to throw so that it will rebound; to bounce.
Example: "To bound a ball on the floor"
Example Sentences
"The runner sprinted across the finish line, breaking all previous records and pushing the bounds of human capability."
"We need to establish clear bounds for what is acceptable behavior in the workplace."
"The deer gracefully leaped over the fence and disappeared into the bounds of the forest."
"The housing development is situated within the bounds of the city limits."
"Scientists are exploring the outer bounds of the universe to discover new celestial objects."
Word Game Points
Is BOUNDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bounds is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BOUNDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is BOUNDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bounds is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBOUNDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is BOUNDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bounds is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBOUNDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
