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SALTATIONS

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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Saltations.

Saltations - 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

"In geology, saltations refer to the rapid movement of particles in an erratic manner."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium suggests that evolution occurs through saltations."
"The saltations of electrons create electric currents."
"Some insects exhibit saltations in their movement, jumping from one location to another."
"The concept of saltations in human thought refers to sudden bursts of insight or inspiration."
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Word Game Points

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

SALTATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SALTATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saltations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SALTATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SALTATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saltations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SALTATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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