confines

Definitions

The physical boundaries or limits of a space or area.

The borders or limits of a subject, scope, or activity.

To restrict or keep someone or something within certain limits.

Examples

The prisoners were kept within the narrow confines of their cells.

She felt trapped by the strict confines of her traditional upbringing.

Synonyms

boundaries limits borders edges perimeters margins precincts

Antonyms

expanses openings extensions breadths reaches vastness freedom