pouncer
/ˈpaʊn.sər/Definitions
1. noun
a person or animal that pounces, especially a cat in the act of pouncing.
“The pouncer stalked its prey before leaping into action.”
2. verb
to pounce or jump suddenly and quickly, often in order to attack or seize something.
“The cat pounced on the unsuspecting mouse.”
3. noun
a person or thing that is likely to pounce or attack unexpectedly.
“The company’s aggressive business tactics made it a pouncer in the market.”