Definition

Covered or surrounded by fog, making it difficult to see or move.

Example

The fogbound ship struggled to find its way through the thick mist.

Conversation

Did you see the weather report for today?

Yeah, they said the city is going to be fogbound all afternoon.

That's going to make driving tricky, isn't it?

Definitely, I hope it clears up by evening.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fogbound → It is formed from "fog" (from Old English *fogga*, meaning a state of atmospheric moisture) and "bound" (from Old English *bund*, meaning tied or confined). The word "fogbound" describes being confined or restricted by fog, making visibility difficult.

Memory Tip

Imagine being 'tied' ('bound') by thick 'moisture' ('fog') in the air, which helps you remember that 'fogbound' means being trapped in fog.

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