Simple Definition of bouncy

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bouncy

adjective

bouncier; bounciest
1
: able to bounce well
a bouncy rubber ball
2
: lively, cheerful, and full of energy
a bouncy host
bouncy dance music
3
: quickly returning to a full, rounded shape after being made flat
a bouncy [=springy] seat cushion
her curly, bouncy hair

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