boundary; limit; dividing line
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesnoun
boundary line (between two regions or areas)
Refers to the physical or administrative line separating two geographical areas, territories, or jurisdictions.
The soldiers are strictly forbidden to cross this boundary line.
The boundary between the two countries is defined by the mountain range.
noun
dividing line (between different things, concepts, or categories); demarcation
Used abstractly to indicate the separation between different categories, concepts, groups, or types of things. Often implies a clear distinction.
We must clearly define the dividing line between good and evil.
On this issue, it is difficult to draw the line between public and private.
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The boundary between art and non-art is becoming increasingly blurred.
noun
limit; edge; outer bounds (of something)
Refers to the physical edge, outer limit, or extent of an area, object, or scope.
Please mark out the boundaries of the house foundation.
The boundaries of this plot of land need to be fenced.
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The pain has reached the limit of my endurance.