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Abound Definition & Meaning

abound
verb
  1. be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities
  2. be in a state of movement or action; "The room abounded with screaming children"; "The garden bristled with toddlers"

"Abound" in song lyrics

See how abound is used in real songs:

  • "On the brink of my 19th nervous breakdown, naysayers abound"
    Alltruisms — A Lightyear Away
  • "Dealin with this lyrical law you are abound"
    Diamond D f/ Big Red, John Dough, K. Terrorbull, Ras Kass — You're In The Wrong Place
  • "concrete jungles abound"
    Dream Warriors — My Definition Of A Boombastic Jazz Style

Usage tips for "abound"

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Frequently asked questions

What does abound mean?
be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities be in a state of movement or action; "The room abounded with screaming children"; "The garden bristled with toddlers"
What part of speech is abound?
Abound is a verb.
How many definitions does abound have?
Abound has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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