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bounding

[ˈbaʊndɪŋ]

bounding Definition

  • 1move forward by leaping or jumping.
  • 2form the boundary of; enclose.

Using bounding: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bounding" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The deer was bounding through the forest.

  • Example

    The fence bounding the property was made of wood.

  • Example

    The athlete was bounding over the hurdles with ease.

bounding Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bounding

  • closely connected or involved with something.

    Example

    His identity was bound up in his work, and he couldn't imagine doing anything else.

  • fully committed to achieving a goal or objective.

    Example

    She was bound and determined to finish the marathon, no matter how difficult it became.

  • out of bounds

    outside the limits of what is allowed or acceptable.

    Example

    His behavior was out of bounds and not tolerated in the workplace.

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Summary: bounding in Brief

The verb 'bounding' [ˈbaʊndɪŋ] refers to moving forward by leaping or jumping, as in 'The deer was bounding through the forest.' It can also mean forming the boundary of something, as in 'The fence bounding the property was made of wood.' The phrase 'bound up in something' means closely connected or involved with something, while 'bound and determined' means fully committed to achieving a goal or objective. 'Out of bounds' means outside the limits of what is allowed or acceptable.