pounce
//paʊns//
Verb
pounceInfinitive
pouncePresent tense
pouncedPast tense
pouncedPast participle
pouncingPresent participle
pouncesThird-person singular
1
To spring or leap suddenly, especially to seize prey or attack.
The cat pounced on the mouse hiding in the grass.
2
To act or respond quickly and eagerly, especially to take advantage of an opportunity or mistake.
The reporter pounced on the politician's mistake during the interview.
Noun
1
A sudden swift attack or leap.
The cat's pounce was so quick that the mouse had no chance to escape.