Boundary

Pronunciation: /ˈbaʊndəriː/

Boundary (noun)

  1. a line or limit that shows where an area ends and another begins
  2. a rule or limit that controls what people can do
  3. a line marking the edge of a sports field or court

Examples

  • The fence marks the boundary of the property.
  • Rivers often form natural boundaries between regions.

Common collocations: cross a boundary, set a boundary, clear boundary, respect boundaries, push boundaries

Synonyms of Boundary

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Boundary

  • — When discussing the middle of an area.
  • — When discussing limitless or boundless concepts.