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/baʊnst/
(bounce)
rebound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bounce' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bouncen,' where 'bouncen' meant 'to thump or strike.'
Historical Evolution
'bouncen' transformed into the modern English word 'bounce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to thump or strike,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to rebound or spring back.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'bounce'.
The ball bounced off the wall.
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Last updated: 2025/01/22 06:31