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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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This is the Liberty’s only pick, and Stuelke is a tough rebounder who has a high upside.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

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

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2025

The greatest scorer and rebounder in school history finished with 30 points and 21 rebounds in 30 minutes, going 11 of 17 from the field.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2024

Art “The Fart” Ballard was unquestionably the best rebounder on the team.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

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