Word of the Day: Leap
The word “leap” is similar to the word “jump.” This word also has both literal and figurative meanings.
In these sentences, “leap” is a noun:
- The boys took a leap into the ocean.
- Going from Eritrea to the United States was a big leap for Jonas.
- Ariel took a long, flying leap off of the diving board and into the water.
- To leave your native country and move to a different country under the belief that things will be better there requires a huge leap of faith. (leap of faith = a belief in a good result)
- “That’s one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind.” (Neil Armstrong commenting upon his landing on the moon in 1969.)
The word “leap” is also used as a verb:
| simple | past | past participle |
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leap
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leaped
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leaped
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- The squirrel was able to leap from one tree branch to another without falling.
- A toad leaped into a hole during a storm. (The past tense for “leap” is also “leapt.” Both forms are acceptable.)
- Kevin is probably going to leap over everyone else in class; he’s very smart.
- My dog can easily leap over this fence.
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with L page to see the list of all words starting with letter L. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
