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bounder


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who habitually oversteps the bounds of propriety or decency.


Variants
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bounder , bounderish , bounders
Etymology
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From Old English bundan, to bind, limit.


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  1. The term 'bounder' has been used in English since the 15th century.

  2. In some dialects of English, the word 'bounder' can also be used as a verb, meaning 'to overstep bounds or limits'.


Related Concepts
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  1. rebel: A person who rises in opposition to authority or established order.

  2. outsider: A person who is not part of a particular social group or community.


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In Fryian literature, 'bounder' is used to describe a character who acts without regard for societal norms or rules. This character is often portrayed as a rebellious figure, challenging the status quo.

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