boundary

noun

ˈbau̇n-d(ə-)rē How to pronounce boundary (audio)
Definition of boundarynext
1
as in limit
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go parents have to set boundaries for their children, and the children want them to

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2
as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something that chalk line marks the boundary of our playing field

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Recent Examples of boundary This is because pups likely do not understand the rules set in place by adult dogs yet and could overstep boundaries. — David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025 Those boundaries were tested during the first Trump Administration. — Sara Fischer, Axios, 16 Mar. 2025 Since emotional labor often lacks clear boundaries, the habit of providing extensive context and reassurance can extend across both personal and professional settings. — Mark Travers, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 The source also doubled down about how the couple and Ben put up strict boundaries with each other. — Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for boundary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boundary
  1. limit
  2. perimeter
  3. limitation
  4. edge
  5. border
  6. line
  7. circumference
  8. edging
Noun
  • Emergency Regulations Ban Hemp With THC The emergency regulations prohibit the sale of consumable hemp products with detectable amounts of THC, the primary psychoactive compound in marijuana, or other intoxicating cannabinoids, and set a limit of five servings per package for such products.
    — A.J. Herrington, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Enable transaction alerts and spending limits: Set up real-time alerts for transactions and daily spending limits on your cards.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of limit
Noun
  • The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.
    — CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacramento Bee, 11 Mar. 2025
  • His unreliable perimeter shot means defenders sag off him, clogging driving lanes and forcing him to rely more on his quickness to generate opportunities.
    — Brian Sampson, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of perimeter
Noun
  • As the court case and investigation into the crash proceeds, Schaffer said the operator of the Stena Immaculate may file a limitation of liability in federal court in an effort to restrict its financial exposure.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
  • But Trump’s order may face limitations short of an act of Congress, which has through the years tried to shield the journalistic entities from political influence.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of limitation
Noun
  • Underlying these advances are robust AI infrastructures, such as Stargate and the AI RAN Alliance, which enhance edge computing capabilities.
    — Cathy Hackl, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • In addition, the Pentagon's future stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, will have many of the same cutting edge technologies in advanced materials, AI, propulsion and stealth.
    — TARA COPP THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of edge
Noun
  • Whatever your views on the policy, plummeting border crossings — paired with White House deportation plans — mean economic adjustment ahead.
    — Courtenay Brown, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Other countries in the EU—Ireland, Romania, Bulgaria, and Cyprus—have their own border arrangements.
    — Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of border
Noun
  • The goal of this relationship is to save you time, trouble, and money down the line.
    — Brady Slack, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2023
  • In the meantime, the operator said it’s making progress on its remediation plan, including analysis of other areas and additional in-line inspections.
    — Joe Sutton, CNN, 10 Feb. 2023
Definition of line
Noun
  • And that’s probably enough pie for one day for people watching their own circumferences.
    — Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
  • March 14 is commonly referred to as Pi Day, a day that aims to celebrate the ratio of the circumference of a circle.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of circumference
Noun
  • Each piece comes in a baby blue shade and is adorned with a delicate white floral pattern, bright flower artwork, and embossed beaded edging.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Shorter types need to be featured farther forward, and trailing types are used for bed edgings.
    — Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of edging

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