rebounder

[ree-boun-der]

noun

Basketball.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of rebounder¹

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

Example Sentences

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

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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.

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

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

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Vanderbilt is a versatile defensive player and a strong rebounder, and when healthy, should help some of the Lakers’ issues in those areas.

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