pounce
noun
1. the act of pouncing
Definition categories: act, bounce, bound, leap, leaping, saltation, spring
verb
1. move down on as if in an attack
Similar word(s): swoop
Definition categories: motion, descend, fall
Sentences with pounce as a verb:
- to pounce paper, or a pattern
- The kitten pounced at the ball I threw to him
- She pounced on the young man, because she loved him and wanted him for herself.
- I pounced on the chance to get promoted.