1.
restriction, restraint, constraint
Limiting someone's freedom or actions.
時間に拘束される。
To be constrained by time.
拘束時間が長い。
The working hours are long.
[Note: 拘束時間 = time one must be present]
この契約には法的拘束力があるので、簡単には解除できない。
This contract is legally binding, so it cannot be easily terminated.
2.
detention, custody
Holding someone in custody, especially by legal authority.
容疑者を拘束する。
To detain a suspect.
警察は身柄を拘束した。
The police took the person into custody.
容疑者は48時間にわたって拘束された後、釈放された。
The suspect was released after being detained for 48 hours.
拘束 means restriction or detention.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 拘束される (to be restrained)
- 拘束時間 (hours of obligation)
- 拘束力 (binding force)
- 身柄拘束 (physical custody)
LEGAL USAGE:
- 容疑者を拘束する (detain a suspect)