bounce
UK: baʊns | US: baʊns
vi. to spring back after hitting a surface
vt. to cause something to rebound
n. the action of rebounding; liveliness or energy
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The word "bounce" originated in the early 13th century from the Middle English bunsen, meaning "to thump" or "beat," likely of imitative origin (echoing the sound of a sudden impact). Over time, it evolved to describe the motion of rebounding, influenced by the physical behavior of objects striking surfaces. Its modern sense of vigor or liveliness emerged metaphorically in the 19th century.
The ball bounced off the wall and landed in the garden.
She bounced the baby on her knee to calm him down.
His enthusiasm gave the team a much-needed bounce.
The rubber ball has a high bounce.
The stock market bounced back after a sharp decline.