Definition of: bounce

(bouns) v. bounced, bounc·ing v.t.
1. To cause to bound or rebound.
2. To cause to move noisily; bang; thump.
3. U.S. Slang To eject forcibly.
4. U.S. Slang To discharge from employment.
—v.i.
5. To bound or rebound.
6. To move suddenly and violently; jump or spring.
7. To move hurriedly: with out of or into.
8. Informal To be returned because of insufficient funds: said of a check.
—noun
1. A sudden, or violent spring or leap; a bounding or elastic motion; rebound.
2. Colloq. Enthusiasm; vivacity; spirit; verve.
3. Slang Dismissal; discharge; expulsion.
4. A heavy blow; a bang.
5. Brit. Colloq. An audacious lie; a bouncer; boastful exaggeration; bluster; swagger. [ME bunsen <MLG. Cf. Du. bonzen.]