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to bound
01
saltar, pulá
to leap or spring forward with energy and enthusiasm, often with all feet leaving the ground simultaneously
Intransitive
Example
The excited puppy bounded across the meadow, chasing butterflies with endless energy.
As the athlete neared the finish line, he bounded with determination to secure the victory.
The young gazelle bounded across the savanna, keeping pace with its herd in a playful manner.
02
definir, estabelecer limites
to establish or define limits or boundaries for something
Transitive: to bound sth
Example
To maintain a healthy work-life balance, she carefully bounded her work hours and personal time.
The teacher asked the students to bound their essays within a maximum word count for the assignment.
In order to ensure fair competition, the sports committee decided to bound the number of participants per team.
03
delimitar, marcar
to establish or delineate the border or edge of an area, setting it apart from other regions
Transitive: to bound an area
Example
The river bound the two counties, serving as a natural boundary between them.
Mountain ranges often bound different regions, creating distinct landscapes on either side.
The fence bounded the property, clearly marking the limits of the backyard.
04
rebater, retornar
to rebound or spring back after an impact
Intransitive: to bound somewhere
Example
After bouncing the ball against the wall, it bounded back with unexpected force.
The tennis ball bounded off the racket, ready for the next volley.
bound
01
atado, vinculado
restricted or confined by physical restraints or bonds
Example
The prisoner was bound in chains and shackles.
She felt bound by the responsibilities of caring for her elderly parents.
The hostages were bound and gagged by the kidnappers.
02
ligado, atado
held with another element, substance or material in chemical or physical union
03
encadernado, atado
secured with a cover or binding; often used as a combining form
04
destinado, ligado
(usually followed by `to') governed by fate
05
destinado a, em direção a
headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in `college-bound students'
06
atado, envolto
covered or wrapped with a bandage
07
preso, retido
confined in the bowels
08
vinculado por um juramento, comprometido por um juramento
bound by an oath
09
vinculado, obrigado
bound by contract
10
obrigado, destinado
likely to happen or sure to experience something
Example
With the storm approaching, they were bound to face heavy rain and strong winds.
Given her dedication and hard work, she is bound to succeed in her new role.
If they continue to follow the new guidelines, they are bound to see improvements in their results.
11
encadernado, coberto
having a cover or binding
Bound
01
limite, fronteira
a line determining the limits of an area
02
limite, fronteira
the greatest possible degree of something
03
limite, fronteira
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something
04
salto, pulo
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
05
turno, rodada
do something in turns
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