Leap Meaning

There are 8 meaning(s) for word Leap

Meaning 1 : a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

    Synonyms : bounce,  bound,  leaping,  saltation,  spring
Meaning 2 : cause to jump or leap

    Synonyms : jump
Meaning 3 : pass abruptly from one state or topic to another

    Example : leap into fame

    Synonyms : jump
Meaning 4 : a sudden and decisive increase

    Synonyms : jump
Meaning 5 : an abrupt transition

    Example : a successful leap from college to the major leagues

    Synonyms : jump,  saltation
Meaning 6 : move forward by leaps and bounds

    Example : The child leapt across the puddle

    Synonyms : bound,  jump,  spring
Meaning 7 : jump down from an elevated point

    Example : the widow leapt into the funeral pyre

    Synonyms : jump,  jump off
Meaning 8 : the distance leaped (or to be leaped)

    Example : a leap of 10 feet

How to Pronounce Leap

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