adj
eastbound
EEST-bownd
Eastbound (adj) means traveling or heading toward the east. Example: “Eastbound traffic was backed up for miles.”
adj
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Traveling or heading toward the east.
"The eastbound train is late again!"
"Eastbound traffic was backed up for miles."
"Take the eastbound train to reach the stadium."
How to use eastbound
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGoing in the direction of east.
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_____ traffic was backed up for miles.
Etymology
From east plus -bound ("heading toward").
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What does “eastbound” mean?
The word “eastbound” means traveling or heading toward the east. In plain terms, going in the direction of east.
How do you pronounce “eastbound”?
“Eastbound” is pronounced EEST-bownd (/ˈistbaʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “eastbound” in a sentence?
Here is “eastbound” used in a sentence: “Eastbound traffic was backed up for miles.”
What part of speech is “eastbound”?
“Eastbound” is an adjective.
