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Thesaurus: caper

To leap or jump about in a sprightly manner; to cut capers; to skip; to spring; to prance; to dance.

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  1. v. i. To leap or jump about in a sprightly manner; to cut capers; to skip; to spring; to prance; to dance.
  2. n. A frolicsome leap or spring; a skip; a jump, as in mirth or dancing; a prank.
  3. n. A vessel formerly used by the Dutch, privateer.
  4. n. The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), much used for pickles.
  5. n. A plant of the genus Capparis; -- called also caper bush, caper tree.
  6. n. any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
  7. n. pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
  8. n. a crime (especially a robbery)
  9. n. a playful leap or hop
  10. n. gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
  11. n. a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
  12. v. jump about playfully