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pounces

The correct spelling is pounces.

How to pronounce pounces

verb

IPA: /ˈpaʊnsɪz/

Say it like: Pow-nse-s

The correct spelling is pounces. To sprinkle or rub with pounce powder. For example: "to pounce paper, or a pattern"

Usage Examples

to pounce paper, or a pattern

She pounced on the young man, because she loved him and wanted him for herself.

I was awakened from a dead sleep by my child pouncing on top of me from out of nowhere.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To sprinkle or rub with pounce powder.
  2. 2.To leap into the air intending to seize someone or something.
  3. 3.To attack suddenly by leaping.
  4. 4.To eagerly seize an opportunity.
  5. 5.To strike or seize with the talons; to pierce, as with the talons.

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