
boundary
/ˈbaʊndəri/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3688 in the learning path
边界;分界线
Definitions
n. A line marking where one area ends and another begins
边界;分界线
n. A limit defining acceptable behaviour or the scope of something
界限;限度
Example
A low stone wall marks the boundary of our garden.
一道低矮的石墙标出了我们花园的边界。
Clear boundaries between work and personal life can protect employees' mental health and reduce long-term stress.
明确工作与个人生活的界限,可以保护员工的心理健康并减轻长期压力。
Collocations
- a national boundary
- set boundaries
- cross a boundary
- push the boundaries
Synonyms
- border
- limit
Usage tip
boundary 强调分界;border 常用于国家或地区边界。
FAQ
- What does boundary mean?
- A line marking where one area ends and another begins A limit defining acceptable behaviour or the scope of something
- How is boundary pronounced?
- UK /ˈbaʊndəri/, US /ˈbaʊndəri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.