Bounced an idea off (of) (one) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "bounced an idea off (of) (one)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-02-18 10:02

Meaning of Bounced an idea off (of) (one) (redirected from bounce an idea off (of) (one) )

Bounce an idea off (of) (one) phrase informal

To tell someone about an idea to receive feedback on it or to know whether they like it or not.

 

The teacher encouraged me to bounce ideas off him.

We are bouncing ideas off each other for a film concept.

In order to formulate such a creative project, I bounced ideas off my teacher before embarking on it.

Grammar and Usage of Bounce an idea off (of) (one)

Verb Forms

  • bounced an idea off (of) (one)
  • bouncing an idea off (of) (one)

The verb "bounce" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Bounce an idea off (of) (one)

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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