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bounding

/ˈbaʊndɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of enclosing or confining something within limits or boundaries.

  • Noun

    The state or condition of being bound or confined.


Rhymes
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binding , inding , bindingg , blinding
Variants
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bound , bounded , bounding , bounds
Forms
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bound, bounds, bounded, bounding, bounds, boundedly, boundingest


Etymology
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From old English 'bindan' meaning 'to tie' or 'to fasten'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'bounding box' is commonly used in computer vision and image processing to represent the smallest rectangle that can enclose an object or image.

  2. In physics, the term 'bound state' refers to an electron that is confined to a specific energy level in an atom.


Related Concepts
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  1. Containment: The act or process of holding or keeping something within limits or boundaries.

  2. Boundary: A line or boundary that marks the limits of an area or space.


Culture
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In literature, 'bounding' is often used metaphorically to describe a character's desire or need to explore new territories or experiences. In art, it can refer to the physical act of creating a boundary or border in a painting or sculpture.

How to Memorize "bounding"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a ball being bounced within a box, or imagine a person walking along a clearly defined path.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the idea of containment or confinement.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Bouncing Ball' to remember the definition of 'bounding'.


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