Definition of "leap"

Kid-friendly meaning of leap, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "leap" mean?

leap (verb) — to jump high or far through the air.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (leap)

Example sentences using "leap"

Grade K–2
The cat will leap.
Grade 3–5
He had to leap across the puddle to keep his sneakers from getting soaked.
Grade 6–8
A trained dancer can leap so high and stay in the air so long that the moment almost feels frozen, even though gravity pulls them down the entire time.

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