Leap Definition
leap
noun
- a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
- an abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues"
- a sudden and decisive increase; "a jump in attendance"
- the distance leaped (or to be leaped); "a leap of 10 feet"
verb
- move forward by leaps and bounds; "The horse bounded across the meadow"; "The child leapt across the puddle"; "Can you jump over the fence?"
- pass abruptly from one state or topic to another; "leap into fame"; "jump to a conclusion"; "jump from one thing to another"
- jump down from an elevated point; "the parachutist didn't want to jump"; "every year, hundreds of people jump off the Golden Gate bridge"; "the widow leapt into the funeral pyre"
- cause to jump or leap; "the trainer jumped the tiger through the hoop"
"Leap" in song lyrics
See how leap is used in real songs:
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"better earn your keep, and learn to leap"
Aceyalone — All Balls Don't Bounce -
"One way is where blood money coke and homicide leap"
Alchemist f/ Mobb Deep, Nas — Tick Tock -
"I don't go in, I go deep - and I don't jump I leap"
The Alchemist — Reppin' ALC
Words that rhyme with leap
Usage tips for "leap"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "leap" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for leap to find words that pair well.