Meaning of the word "out of bounds" in English

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out of bounds

US /aʊt əv baʊndz/
UK /aʊt əv baʊndz/
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Phrase

1.

beyond the permitted or designated area

Example:
The ball went out of bounds.
That area is out of bounds to visitors.
Synonym:
2.

unacceptable or improper behavior

Example:
His comments were completely out of bounds.
That kind of language is out of bounds in a professional setting.
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