confined — restricted to a particular place or space; kept within limits
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: restricted to a particular place or space; kept within limits
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈfaɪnd/
Korean meaning: 특정 장소나 공간에 제한된; 한정된
Korean pronunciation: 컨**파인**드
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks the entire universe is confined to our living room.
- Due to his broken leg, he was confined to a wheelchair for two months.
- The fire was confined to the kitchen, thanks to the quick response of firefighters.
confined
ADJECTIVE//kənˈfaɪnd//
restricted to a particular place or space; kept within limits
The large dog feels confined in the small crate.
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Though confined to small spaces, her work remains refined and perfectly designed!
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Origin
From Latin 'confinis' meaning 'bordering on' or 'adjacent to', derived from 'com-' (together) and 'finis' (boundary, end). The word entered English through Old French and developed the sense of 'restricted within boundaries'.
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“My cat thinks the entire universe is confined to our living room.”
“Due to his broken leg, he was confined to a wheelchair for two months.”
“The fire was confined to the kitchen, thanks to the quick response of firefighters.”
“His creativity seems confined to making elaborate excuses for being late.”
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