bespringen — meaning in English

English meaning

• cover verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
• pounce verb To leap suddenly on something in order to seize it.

Senses

bespringen is used for these senses in English:

• cover (transitive) To copulate with (said of certain male animals such as dogs and horses).
• pounce (intransitive) To attack suddenly by leaping.

cover — full definition

1. verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
2. verb To deal with, include, or report on a topic or event.
3. verb To be enough money to pay for something.
4. noun The front or back of a book, magazine, or similar publication.
5. noun A new recording or performance of a song originally released by another artist.

pounce — full definition

1. verb To leap suddenly on something in order to seize it.
2. verb To seize an opportunity eagerly and without hesitation.
3. noun A sudden leaping attack.

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