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LEAP

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Leap.

How to pronounce leap:

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Leap - as a noun

A light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bounceboundleapingsaltationspring
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
jumpjumping
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An abrupt transition

Example: "A successful leap from college to the major leagues"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jumpsaltation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
transition
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A sudden and decisive increase

Example: "A jump in attendance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jump
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increase
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The distance leaped (or to be leaped)

Example: "A leap of 10 feet"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
distance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Leap - as a verb

Move forward by leaps and bounds

Example: "The horse bounded across the meadow"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boundjumpspring
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pass abruptly from one state or topic to another

Example: "Leap into fame"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jump

Jump down from an elevated point

Example: "The parachutist didn't want to jump"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jumpjump off

Cause to jump or leap

Example: "The trainer jumped the tiger through the hoop"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jump

Leap - as an adjective

(calendar) intercalary, bissextile.

Example Sentences

"The athlete made a huge leap over the obstacle."
"The frog took a giant leap to reach the other side of the pond."
"The mountain lion made a graceful leap from one rock to another."
"With one mighty leap, the cat pounced on its prey."
"She took a leap of faith and quit her job to pursue her dreams."
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Word Game Points

Is LEAP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leap is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEAP has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is LEAP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leap is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEAP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is LEAP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leap is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEAP has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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