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Confine to Meaning in English

expression

kənˈfaɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
kuhn-FYN to (or tuh)
ˈkɒnfaɪn/ /tˈuː
KON-fyn too

释义

To keep something or someone within certain limits or boundaries, or to restrict them to a particular place or activity.

用法与细微差别

Used in formal and semi-formal contexts. Often followed by a noun or gerund: 'confine to bed', 'confine to certain areas'. Implies restriction, not just general location. Avoid using for people unless they are restricted (e.g. 'confined to a wheelchair'), not just situated.

例句

He was confined to his house during the storm.

basic

Please confine your answers to one page.

basic

The animals are confined to a small area in the zoo.

basic

After his surgery, James was confined to bed for two weeks.

natural

Let's not confine the discussion to just one topic.

natural

Her interests aren’t confined to science; she loves art as well.

natural