out of bounds
See also: out-of-bounds
English
Pronunciation
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Prepositional phrase
- (idiomatic) which one is prohibited to enter
- You can play wherever you want, but remember that the cemetery is out of bounds.
- (idiomatic) beyond the bounds of civility or morality; extremely unreasonable
- You were out of bounds to call him a criminal.
- Outside the area of play; beyond the sideline of a playing field or court.
- The ball went out of bounds.
Synonyms
Translations
which one is prohibited to enter
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beyond the bounds of civility or morality
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outside the area of play
Noun
- A sideline marking the edge of a playing field or court.
Translations
sideline — see sideline