outward-bound
|out-ward-bound|
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/ˈaʊtwərd baʊnd/
🇬🇧
/ˈaʊtwəd baʊnd/
heading outward
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outward-bound' originates from the English words 'outward' and 'bound', where 'outward' meant 'toward the outside' and 'bound' meant 'heading or directed'.
Historical Evolution
'outward-bound' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'heading towards the outside', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/28 11:41