1. the limits or boundaries of an area or space
Usage: usually plural

1. to restrict or limit someone or something to a particular place or situation
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The prisoners were kept within the confines of the jail.
• She rarely left the confines of her small town.
• The discussion stayed within the confines of the topic.
• The illness confines him to bed rest.
• The new policy confines smoking to designated areas.
• They explored the confines of the ancient castle.
• Bad weather confines us to indoor activities.