pounce

Verb

To swoop down on prey or a target suddenly and with force.

ریشه

From Old French 'poinçonner', meaning 'to prick' or 'to punch'.

مثال

• The eagle pounced on the mouse in the field.
• The cat pounced on the toy with excitement.
• The police pounced on the suspect as he tried to escape.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Pounce on prey Pounce on opportunity Pounce on target