Definition

Having a specific type of bone structure or being affected by unfortunate circumstances.

Example

After the accident, he felt boned by the challenges he faced in recovery.

Conversation

Did you hear about Tom's accident?

Yeah, I heard he got really boned this time.

I can't believe how unlucky he is lately.

I know, it feels like everything is going wrong for him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To remove the bones from meat or fish, or to prepare something by taking out the bones.

Example

She boned the chicken before cooking it to make it easier to eat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new recipe I tried last night?

No, what did you make?

I made a roast chicken, but I accidentally boned it the wrong way.

Root Explanation

The word 'boned' originates from the Old English 'ban', meaning bone. The suffix '-ed' indicates a past participle or completed action. Thus, 'boned' refers to something that has been stripped of its bones or prepared in a way that involves bones.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for bone, 'ban', to remember that 'boned' means something that has been prepared by removing bones.

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