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rebound \ri-bound\ verb rebounding, rebounded 1. to bounce off of something after impact: The football rebounded off the goalpost and into the net. 2. to increase or improve after a decline: Mr Martin’s health has rebounded from his week-long illness. 3. (basketball) to catch the ball after a missed shot: Rosie rebounded the ball and was able to score. — from Old French (rebondir)