quickback

noun
UK /ˈkwɪkbæk/
US /ˈkwɪkbæk/

A quickback is a fast answer you give right away.

When the teacher asked who was ready, Mia gave a quickback.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A quick return of a ball in a game.

He hit a quickback over the net before the other player moved.

3. A fast reply sent back in a chat or message.

I sent a quickback to confirm the meeting time.

4. A sudden turn back while moving quickly.

The dog made a quickback and ran toward the gate.