Meaning of out of bounds | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Where one is prohibited to enter.
   idiomatic
2. A sideline marking the edge of a playing field or court.
3. Beyond the bounds of civility, morality, or normality.
   idiomatic
4. An instance of a player or the ball going out of bounds.
5. Outside the area of play; beyond the sideline of a playing field or court.
6. Ground that one is not permitted to enter, or that is outside the permitted playing area.

Equivalents

Examples

“You can play wherever you want, but remember that the cemetery is out of bounds.”

“You were out of bounds to call him a criminal.”

“Intellectually, the four-year-old is in a growthsome age. He learns best from firsthand experience. He is having fun with language and is liable to run out of bounds verbally.”

“The ball went out of bounds.”

“Although Oklahoma outyarded the Jays 339 to 155, Kansas fought magnificently and earned its 13-13 tie. Royal's punting had begun to jell. He kicked four out-of-bounds against the Crimson and Blue.”

“Out of bounds starts at the white stake.”

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