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(pounc-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to leap or spring on something suddenly.

Example Sentence

The cat was pouncing on the mouse.

More Example Sentences

He is pouncing to catch the ball.

Synonyms

leaping; jumping; attacking

Antonyms

retreat; hesitate

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Rhymes

  • bouncing
  • pouncing
  • trouncing

  • announcing
  • denouncing
  • pronouncing
  • renouncing
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