Definition of Rebound
Rebound
Re·bound


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To bounce or spring back after hitting or colliding with something.

e.g. The basketball player's shot hit the rim and rebounded to a teammate.

(verb)
to recover from a setback;

e.g. She was able to rebound and get more involved in her work life after her recent breakup with her boyfriend.

(noun)
the action of rebounding or recoiling;

e.g. The basketball's rebound was strong and fast enough to knock over a short player.

(noun)
recovery, or upward movement or progress;

e.g. There was a sharp rebound in the stock values after the rumors about a lawsuit were proven to be false.

(noun)
a reaction to a setback or crisis;

e.g. With this new job, she is on the rebound from a rough financial situation.



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