housebound

American  

[hous-bound] / ˈhaʊsˌbaʊnd /

adjective

1. restricted to the house, as by bad weather or illness.

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housebound British  

/ ˈhaʊsˌbaʊnd /

adjective

1. unable to leave one's house because of illness, injury, etc

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Etymology

Origin of housebound

First recorded in 1875–80; house + -bound ¹

Example Sentences

The series quickly found a following among budget-conscious cooks, and became even more popular during the pandemic when the housebound masses had few options besides cooking at home.

From The Wall Street Journal

In addition to the migraines, Chesson developed heart arrhythmias and severe sensitivity to lights, sound and everyday chemicals that have kept her largely housebound.

From The Wall Street Journal

When he was ill and housebound, Robson said his father became his rock and cared for him every day.

From BBC

"For us, Pip is not a benefit - it is access to life. Without it, people are left housebound and isolated."

From BBC

Gemma said at one point she was almost housebound and could only get around through the help of a pushchair or shopping trolley.

From BBC

Related Words

• confined