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caper

Pronunciation: /ˈkeɪpɚ/

The English word “caper” has 13 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A playful leap or jump.
  2. A jump while dancing.
  3. A prank or practical joke.
  4. Playful behaviour.
  5. A crime, especially an elaborate heist, or a narrative about such a crime.
  6. The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), which is pickled and eaten.
  7. A plant of the genus Capparis.
  8. A vessel formerly used by the Dutch; privateer.
  9. The capercaillie.

verb

  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.
  4. To run at speed.

Etymology

Clipping of capriole.

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