bounder
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7.9
A person who jumps or leaps in sports like the high jump
- noun
- /ˈbaʊndər/
:
saltador
- George turned away, fighting the urge to protest that he was not a bounder, but he knew of a bounder in the vicinity.
Examples
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The young athlete became known as a talented bounder after winning the high jump competition.
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During the gymnastics meet, she impressed everyone with her incredible skills as a bounder.
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The wildlife documentary featured a bounder leaping gracefully across the rocky terrain.
Synonyms
jumper
vsbounder
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3.1
An athlete who jumps in events like the high or long jump
is the general term for competitive jumping actions
hopper
vsbounder
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4.5
A person who jumps on one foot, often in games like hopscotch
is used for athletic or competitive jumping rather than play
leaper
vsbounder
3
3.9
A person or animal that jumps, often in sport
is broader, covering all bounding motions in athletic events
vaulter
vsbounder
3
7.7
An athlete who uses a long pole to jump over a high bar
is general jumping without specialized pole assistance
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3.3
A person who skis down a ramp and jumps far into the air
is general jumping not specific to skis or ramps
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word bounder comes from the verb bound 'to leap' plus -er, so a bounder is someone who jumps or bounds in sport, like a track athlete who makes long, powerful leaps.