leap

noun

1. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

Similar word(s): bounce, bound, leaping, saltation, spring

Definition categories: act, jump, jumping

2. an abrupt transition

- a successful leap from college to the major leagues

Similar word(s): jump, saltation

Definition categories: event, transition

3. a sudden and decisive increase

Similar word(s): jump

Definition categories: event, increase

4. the distance leaped (or to be leaped)

- a leap of 10 feet

Definition categories: attribute, distance

verb

1. move forward by leaps and bounds

- The child leapt across the puddle

Similar word(s): bound, jump, spring

Definition categories: motion, move

2. pass abruptly from one state or topic to another

- leap into fame

Similar word(s): jump

Definition categories: change, shift, switch

3. jump down from an elevated point

- the widow leapt into the funeral pyre

Similar word(s): jump

Definition categories: motion, move

4. cause to jump or leap

Similar word(s): jump

Definition categories: motion