Bounded
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbaʊndɪd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Bounded is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of bound.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of bound.
More Meanings
- (mathematical analysis, of a set) That can be enclosed within a ball of finite radius.
- (set theory, order theory, of a poset X with partial order ≤) That contains a least element, a, and a greatest element, b, such that for all x ∈ X, a ≤ x ≤ b.
Example Sentences
A compact set must be bounded.
Synonyms for bounded
Depending on context, synonyms include finite, delimited.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include finite, delimited, illustrated, marked, linked, designated.
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