English

leap

liːp
Meaning: to jump or spring a long way or with great force
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base leap
3rd person singular present leaps
Present participle leaping
Past leaped
Will future will leap
Going-to future going to leap
Imperative negative don't leap / do not leap

Example sentences

She leaped over the small stream to keep her feet dry.
She leaped over the small stream to keep her feet dry.
A small group of porpoises was seen leaping out of the water near the harbor.
A small group of porpoises was seen leaping out of the water near the harbor.

Usage Notes

Often implies a large or sudden jump. It can also be used figuratively (e.g., 'leap to fame', 'leap at an opportunity').

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