pouncer Definition
- 1a person or animal that pounces
- 2a military operation in which troops quickly surround and capture an enemy position
Using pouncer: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pouncer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The cat was a skilled pouncer, catching mice with ease.
Example
The army launched a successful pouncer on the enemy's stronghold.
pouncer Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with pouncer
pounce on
to suddenly attack or criticize someone or something
Example
The media pounced on the politician's controversial statement.
pounce bag
a bag filled with sand or other material used to stabilize a camera or other equipment
Example
The photographer used a pounce bag to keep the camera steady during the shoot.
pounce wheel
a serrated wheel used for marking fabric or paper by tracing a pattern with small holes
Example
The tailor used a pounce wheel to mark the fabric before cutting it.
Summary: pouncer in Brief
A 'pouncer' [ˈpaʊnsər] is a person or animal that pounces, such as a cat catching prey. It can also refer to a military operation where troops quickly surround and capture an enemy position. The phrase 'pounce on' means to suddenly attack or criticize someone or something.
