Meaning & Definition of word "Leap"

Leap

/liːp/

1. A forceful jump or quick movement.
- Example: The athlete made a tremendous leap over the hurdle.
2. A sudden increase or change.
- Example: The invention marked a leap in technology.
3. A large step in progress or understanding.
- Example: This research represents a major leap forward in medical science.

1. To jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force.
- Example: The cat leaped onto the table.
2. To move quickly or suddenly.
- Example: She leaped out of bed when she heard the alarm.
3. To increase dramatically or suddenly.
- Example: The company's profits leaped by 40% last quarter.

●Middle English lepen, from Old English leapan; akin to Old Norse hlaupa to leap.

take a leap of faith:

To take a risk without knowing the outcome.

leap at the chance:

To eagerly accept an opportunity.

leap into action:

To begin to act quickly and decisively.

jump:

To push oneself off a surface and into the air.

bound:

To move in a leaping manner.

vault:

To leap over an obstacle.

Meaning: To make a quick decision or action.

● Example Sentence: He decided to leap onto the idea before anyone else did.

Meaning: To engage in an impulsive activity.

● Example Sentence: She leaped into the new project without a second thought.