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rebounder

American  
[ree-boun-der] / ˈriˌbaʊn dər /

noun

Basketball.
  1. a player who excels in gaining hold of rebounds.


Etymology

Origin of rebounder

First recorded in 1945–50; rebound + -er 1

Example Sentences

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The Mavericks were without forward Anthony Davis, their leading scorer and rebounder, due to a lower left leg injury.

From Barron's

Hamilton remembered Greenwood as a remarkable rebounder who whipped outlet passes to him to get fast breaks started.

From Los Angeles Times

Austin Reaves hits 88% of his free throws, plays tough defense, is an excellent rebounder and ballhandler, can score from anywhere with a variety of shots and has won games with jumpers or a driving layups at the buzzer.

From Los Angeles Times

This is the worst trade ever, a great defender, rebounder, scorer and team leader for a ball-hogging guy who can make baskets.

From Los Angeles Times

Williams is a solid rebounder but a below-average defender.

From Los Angeles Times