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bound1

 
pronunciation:
baUnd
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: held by ties or fastened by bands; tied.
The prisoner was bound by his hands and feet.
synonyms:
confined, tied
similar words:
chained, lashed, restricted, roped, tethered
definition 2: having a cover or binding.
Our library is filled with bound books of many shapes and sizes.
synonyms:
covered, wrapped
similar words:
stitched
definition 3: held to by law or duty.
He is bound by his promise.
synonyms:
obligated, obliged
similar words:
committed, required
definition 4: certain; sure.
She is bound to be angry after what you did.
synonyms:
certain, sure
similar words:
doomed, headed
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