Definitions

1. verb

to spring back or rebound from a surface, esp. after being thrown or rolled against it

“The ball bounced off the pavement.”

2. verb

to jump or spring upward

“The kids loved to bounce on the trampoline.”

3. noun

a sudden, elastic movement, as of a ball rebounding from a surface

“The bounce of the tennis ball was impressive.”

4. noun

a lively or energetic atmosphere, often caused by music

“The dance party had a great bounce to it.”

5. noun

a jump or spring, esp. as a form of exercise

“She went to the trampoline park for a fun bounce session.”