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bouncing

American  
[boun-sing] / ˈbaʊn sɪŋ /

adjective

  1. stout, strong, or vigorous.

    a bouncing baby boy.

  2. exaggerated; big; hearty; noisy.

bouncing British  
/ ˈbaʊnsɪŋ /

adjective

  1. vigorous and robust (esp in the phrase a bouncing baby )

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • bouncingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of bouncing

First recorded in 1570–80; bounce + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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The iShares Aerospace & Defense exchange-traded fund was also bouncing, adding 1.6%.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Before the ADS redemptions disclosure, Apollo’s stock had been bouncing off a 19-month closing low hit on March 12.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

In contrast Forest will be bouncing after such an emphatic win that moved them three points clear of relegation.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

The Trojans lost six of seven, before bouncing back to win six straight.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Swimmers are gathered in groups along the length of the pool deck, some of them stretching, most of them chatting and bouncing on their heels with nervous excitement.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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