in bonds

Phrase

Being held or confined by physical restraints or imprisonment.

ریشه

The word 'bonds' comes from the Old English word 'bonda', meaning 'a householder' or 'a peasant'. The prefix 'in-' indicates being inside or within.

مثال

• The prisoner was kept in bonds.
• The hostages were held in bonds for several days.
• He was released from his in bonds after serving his sentence.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Keep someone in bonds Hold in bonds Release from bonds