bound

adjective
UK: /baʊnd/
US: /baʊnd/

  1. Tied or fastened tightly; unable to move.

    1. The prisoner was bound with ropes so he could not escape. [ ] [ ]
    2. The package is securely bound with tape to prevent it from opening during shipping. [ ] [ ]

  2. Obliged or required to do something by law, duty, or contract.

    1. I am bound to help my friend in need. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company is bound by the terms of the agreement to provide support for two years. [ ] [ ]

  3. Going to or intending to go to a specified place.

    1. The train is bound for London so be careful. [ ] [ ]
    2. Our flight is bound for Paris, where we plan to spend our holiday. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

jump leap
bound verb

  1. To tie or fasten something tightly; restrict movement.

    1. She bound the book to protect it. [ ] [ ]
    2. The doctor bound the patient's injured leg to stabilize it during transport. [ ] [ ]

  2. To be obliged or required to do something because of a law, promise, or duty.

    1. We are bound by our word, so let's do it. [ ] [ ]
    2. As a member, you are bound by the rules and regulations of the organization. [ ] [ ]

  3. To jump or leap quickly and energetically.

    1. The dog bound across the field happily. [ ] [ ]
    2. With a sudden burst of energy, the athlete bound over the hurdle with ease. [ ] [ ]
bound noun

  1. A limiting line or boundary.

    1. The river is the bound of our land. [ ] [ ]
    2. The historical novel pushes the bounds of imagination for a new generation. [ ] [ ]

  2. A leap or jump.

    1. With a bound, he cleared the obstacle. [ ] [ ]
    2. The athlete took a powerful bound forward during the long jump competition. [ ] [ ]
bound adverb

  1. Almost certain to happen; destined.

    1. They are bound to win this game. [ ] [ ]
    2. With his talent and dedication, he is bound to achieve great success in the future. [ ] [ ]
bound preposition

  1. Going or intending to go in a particular direction.

    1. They're bound for the big city tonight. [ ] [ ]
    2. The ship is bound for distant shores with a promise of adventure for everyone. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bound" in English means: Tied or fastened tightly; unable to move., Obliged or required to do something by law, duty, or contract., Going to or intending to go to a specified place..

The phonetic transcription of "bound" is /baʊnd/ in British English and /baʊnd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bound": jump, leap.

Example usage of "bound": "The prisoner was bound with ropes so he could not escape.". More examples on the page.