Definitions

1. noun

a sudden movement backward, often after being pushed or thrown, or a quick recovery in one’s health or strength

“The basketball player’s rebound gave her team a chance to score.”

2. verb

to spring back or bounce back, often after being pushed or thrown, or to recover quickly from an illness or injury

“She rebounded from her illness in just a few weeks.”

3. verb

to bounce or rebound in a way that is unpredictable or difficult to control

“The car rebounded across the road after hitting the pothole.”

4. noun

a person who has a relationship with someone after a breakup or a rebound relationship

“She had a rebound relationship with a guy she met online.”