What does BOUND mean?

Bound Parts of Speech

Bound is a verb and an adjective.

Definitions

As a verb, bound means to tie or fasten, to leap or jump, or to head towards a destination. As an adjective, bound means confined or restricted, or certain to do or be something.

Pronunciations

• US: /baʊnd/
• UK: /baʊnd/

Origin and Usage

Bound comes from the Old English word "bindan," meaning "to tie." The verb sense of bound has been in use since the 14th century, while the adjective sense has been in use since the 16th century. Bound is commonly used in everyday language, both in its verb and adjective forms.

Synonyms

• Verb: tie, fasten, secure
• Adjective: confined, restricted, certain

Related Words

• Braid
• Broad
• Brown
• Build
• Bunch

Example Sentences

• He bound the package with twine.
• The dog bounded over the fence.
• The train is bound for New York.
• The hikers were bound by the narrow trail.
• She is bound to succeed in her new job.