bounce house
noun
plural bounce houses
: a springy inflatable structure often resembling a four-sided building and used especially by children for jumping for sport : bouncy house
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On June 22, more than 400 people celebrated with magicians, a bounce house, free T-shirts, music and balloon artists.
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The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
For the July 12 event, a bounce house will be open for Hartford kids, as well as face painting, sports and outdoor activities hosted by the Hartford Department of Sports and Recreation.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 June 2025
At Desi District’s newest location, a family-friendly celebration will mark the grand opening, with activities including a bounce house and face painting.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2025
The event will include local artists and authors, live music, face painting, a bounce house, pony rides and a raffle.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
For the July 12 event, a bounce house will be open for Hartford kids, as well as face painting, sports and outdoor activities hosted by the Hartford Department of Sports and Recreation.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 June 2025
At Desi District’s newest location, a family-friendly celebration will mark the grand opening, with activities including a bounce house and face painting.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2025
The event will include local artists and authors, live music, face painting, a bounce house, pony rides and a raffle.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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“Bounce house.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bounce%20house. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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