rebound
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/rɪˈbaʊnd/
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/rɪˈbaʊnd/
intransitive verb
R
When something bounces back after hitting a surface.
The basketball rebounded off the wall and landed at my feet.
R
When an action has an unwanted effect on the person who did it, especially when it was meant for someone else.
His attempt to embarrass her rebounded and made him look foolish instead.
R
When something increases or improves after a period of decrease or decline.
After the initial dip, the company's profits rebounded quickly.
noun
R
The act of a ball or object bouncing back after hitting a surface.
The player scored a goal from the rebound.
R
In basketball, the act of catching the ball after a missed shot and trying to score again.
The team's success was due to their ability to grab rebounds and score second-chance points.
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A recovery or improvement after a decline or failure.
The rebound in the housing market has been slow but steady.
translation
When something bounces back after hitting a surface.; When an action has an unwanted effect on the person who did it, especially when it was meant for someone else.; When something increases or improves after a period of decrease or decline.
The act of a ball or object bouncing back after hitting a surface.; In basketball, the act of catching the ball after a missed shot and trying to score again.; A recovery or improvement after a decline or failure.
Word Forms
3rd Present
rebounds
Progressive
rebounding
Past
rebounded
Perfect
rebounded
Plural
rebounds