bounce
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To change the direction of motion after hitting an obstacle.
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To move quickly up and then down (or vice versa), once or repeatedly.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To cause to move quickly up and down, or back and forth, once or repeatedly.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bounce” mean?
To change the direction of motion after hitting an obstacle.
Is “bounce” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.