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boundary

/ˈbaʊndəri/

boundarynoun

boundaries

/ˈbaʊndəri/

Translations

The river forms the boundary between the two countries.

Река образует границу между двумя странами.

He pushed the boundaries of what was possible in science.

Он раздвинул пределы возможного в науке.

Additional translations

Definitions

A line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.

The river forms the boundary between the two countries.

A limit of a subject or sphere of activity.

The research pushed the boundaries of what was previously thought possible.

In cricket, a hit of the ball that reaches or crosses the edge of the field, scoring four or six runs.

The batsman hit a boundary to secure the win for his team.

Mathematics: the set of points that marks the limit of a geometric figure or region.

The boundary of a circle is its circumference.

Synonyms

dividing line

boundaryadjective

/ˈbaʊn.dri/

/ˈbaʊn.dɛr.i/

Used attributively; generally non-comparable.

Definitions

Serving to mark, constitute, or relating to a boundary.

Boundary disputes often lead to tension between neighbors.