Synonyms of pounce

Noun


1. pounce, leap, leaping, spring, saltation, bound, bounce

usage: the act of pouncing

Verb


1. pounce, swoop, descend, fall, go down, come down

usage: move down on as if in an attack; "The raptor swooped down on its prey"; "The teacher swooped down upon the new students"

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Definition and meaning of pounce (Dictionary)