Hopscotch

/ˈhɒpˌskɒtʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A children's game played by hopping on a series of squares marked on the ground.

The children played hopscotch on the sidewalk, drawing the grid with chalk.

A pattern of movement or activity that involves jumping from one point to another.

The artist's work was a hopscotch of colorful patterns across the canvas.

verb

To jump or move in a way characteristic of the game hopscotch.

She decided to hopscotch across the street, laughing with joy.

The word hopscotch originates from the 17th century, possibly from 'hopped' and 'scotch', meaning 'to mark'.

hopscotch around

To avoid or navigate carefully around obstacles.

play hopscotch

To engage in a simple or playful activity.

skipping

The act of hopping or leaping forward, often with joy.

childhood games

Games commonly played by children during their youth.

To move in a playful and carefree manner across various situations.

She was hopscotching through life with a carefree attitude.