out of bounds

• Expressão que significa fora dos limites permitidos; proibido ou não autorizado dentro de um território ou conjunto de regras.

An expression meaning beyond the permitted limits, forbidden, or not allowed within a designated area or set of rules.

1. Outside the playing areaA2formal

   In sports, referring to an area that is not part of the playing field.

   Fora de campo

   • The ball went out of bounds during the final play.
   • The referee called a foul because the player stepped out of bounds.
   • Kicking the ball out of bounds stops the clock.

2. Forbidden or not allowedB1informal

   Not permitted; off-limits.

   Fora dos limites

   • That topic is out of bounds for discussion at dinner.
   • The abandoned building is out of bounds to children.
   • Certain areas of the website are out of bounds for regular users.