Definition of 'bounce'

Noun

1. the quality of a substance that is able to rebound
      Synonyms: bounciness
2. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
      Synonyms: leap leaping spring saltation bound
3. rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts)
      Synonyms: bouncing

Verb

1. spring back; spring away from an impact; "The rubber ball bounced"; "These particles do not resile but they unite after they collide"
      Synonyms: resile take a hop spring bound rebound recoil reverberate ricochet
2. hit something so that it bounces; "bounce a ball"
3. move up and down repeatedly
      Synonyms: jounce
4. come back after being refused; "the check bounced"
      Antonyms: clear
5. leap suddenly; "He bounced to his feet"
6. refuse to accept and send back; "bounce a check"
7. eject from the premises; "The ex-boxer's job is to bounce people who want to enter this private club"

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