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