out-of-bounds
adverb or adjective
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Definition of out-of-bounds
: outside the prescribed or conventional boundaries or limits If the Frisbee hits the ground or soars out-of-bounds, it changes hands. —John Bowermaster Only a few yards over the green are out-of-bounds markers. —Jeff Gerth Our slate is going to have edgier films that aren't exactly out-of-bounds for children, but that are really made for more sophisticated audiences. —David Hochman
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out-of-bounds
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of out-of-bounds
: outside the area in which a game is played
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out-of-bounds
adverb or adjectiveKids Definition of out-of-bounds
: outside the limits of the playing area in a game or sport
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