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SALTATION

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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Saltation.

Saltation - as a noun

(geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface

(genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species

An abrupt transition

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

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

A light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

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

Example Sentences

"The desert winds caused a saltation of sand particles, creating a sandstorm."
"The river's saltation across the rocks created a cascading waterfall."
"The study of saltation in insect populations is crucial for understanding their migration patterns."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium suggests that evolution occurs through periods of saltation rather than gradual change."
"The dancer's graceful saltation captivated the audience."
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Word Game Points

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

SALTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SALTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saltation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SALTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SALTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saltation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SALTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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