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Meaning of caper

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

caper

Pronunciation:/ˈkeɪpə//ˈkeɪpɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A playful leap or jump.

  2. A jump while dancing.

  3. A prank or practical joke.

  4. (usually in plural) Playful behaviour.

verb

Definitions

  1. To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner.

  2. To jump as part of a dance.

  3. To engage in playful behaviour.

caper

Pronunciation:/ˈkeɪpə//ˈkeɪpɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), which is pickled and eaten.

  2. A plant of the genus Capparis.

    Synonyms:caper bushcaper treecaperberry