boundary
noun
bound·ary
ˈbau̇n-d(ə-)rē 
plural boundaries
: something that indicates or fixes a limit or extent
Those two trees mark the boundary of our property.
the mountain range that forms the country's northern boundary
boundarylessness
noun
Examples of boundary in a Sentence
Those two trees mark the boundary of our property.
The river forms the country's western boundary.
at the boundary between fact and fiction
You need to set boundaries with your children.
Did he violate the boundaries of the doctor-patient relationship?
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
Following behind-the-scenes complaints and petitioning from rival studios, the TV Academy drew new boundaries: anthology series were no longer eligible as TV movies and instead had to compete as outstanding limited or anthology series.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
Clarity And Boundaries Many job seekers today—especially those early in their careers—are craving clarity and boundaries.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Many artists challenge the boundaries imposed by the regime, each finding their own way to push against these restrictions.
—Rebecca Ruth Gould, JSTOR Daily, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for boundary
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“Boundary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boundary. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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boundary
noun
bound·ary
ˈbau̇n-d(ə-)rē
plural boundaries
: something that points out or shows a limit or end : dividing line
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