founce
/ˈfaʊns/ or /ˈfɔ̃ːns/Definitions
1. verb
to pounce or lunge forward suddenly, typically in a playful manner
“The kitten founced across the room, chasing after its tail.”
2. noun
a playful leap or lunge, often in a sudden or uncontrolled manner
“The child’s founce through the doorway startled everyone in the room.”