(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; a successful leap from college to the major leagues

[ Syn: leap , jump ]

taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

[ Syn: dancing , dancing , dance , dance , terpsichore , terpsichore ]

a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

[ Syn: leap , leaping , spring , bound , bounce ]