recoiling >> /rɪˈkɔɪl/
Definition: [verb] Suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust.
Example: he recoiled in horror
Definition: [verb] Rebound or spring back through force of impact or elasticity.
Example: the muscle has the ability to recoil
Definition: [noun] The action of recoiling.
Example: his body jerked with the recoil of the rifle