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pounce

/ˈpaʊns/ American
  • v. 猛扑, 突袭
  • n. 猛扑, 爪
Definition
  • v. to jump on or attack something suddenly
  • n. a sudden spring or grab, or an animal's claw
Example
The cat waited quietly, ready to pounce on the toy.
猫安静地等着,随时准备扑向那个玩具。