Meaning of the word confines in English

What does confines mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

confines

US /ˈkɑːn.faɪnz/
UK /ˈkɒn.faɪnz/

Plural Noun

the boundaries of a place or area

Example:
He rarely ventured beyond the confines of his small village.
The prisoners were kept within the strict confines of the prison.

Verb

to keep or restrict someone or something within certain limits

Example:
The doctor advised her to confine herself to bed for a few days.
Please confine your remarks to the topic at hand.