out of bounds

Definitions

1. 1

   Where one is prohibited to enter.

   • You can play wherever you want, but remember that the cemetery is out of bounds.
2. 2

   Beyond the bounds of civility, morality, or normality.

   • You were out of bounds to call him a criminal.
   • Intellectually, the four-year-old is in a growthsome age. He learns best from firsthand experience. He is having fun with language and is liable to run out of bounds verbally.
3. 3

   Outside the area of play

   Outside the area of play; beyond the sideline of a playing field or court.

   • The ball went out of bounds.
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   1. 4

      A sideline marking the edge of a playing field or court.

   2. 5

      An instance of a player or the ball going out of bounds.

      • Although Oklahoma outyarded the Jays 339 to 155, Kansas fought magnificently and earned its 13-13 tie. Royal's punting had begun to jell. He kicked four out-of-bounds against the Crimson and Blue.
   3. 6

      Ground that one is not permitted to enter, or that is outside the permitted playing area.

      • Out of bounds starts at the white stake.

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