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leap

British pronunciation/lˈiːp/
American pronunciation/ˈɫip/
to leap
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to jump very high or over a long distance

synonyms : bound
jump
spring
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to leap definition and meaning
2

to suddenly increase in amount, number, price, etc.

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3

pass abruptly from one state or topic to another

synonyms : jump
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4

cause to jump or leap

synonyms : jump
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5

jump down from an elevated point

synonyms : jump
jump off
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Leap
[NOUN]
1

a sharp increase in something, such as price, etc.

synonyms : jump
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2

a group of leopards

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3

a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

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4

do something in turns

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5

an abrupt transition

synonyms : jump
saltation
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6

the distance leaped (or to be leaped)

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Examples
1. The discovery of new planets represents a quantum leap in astronomy, with the potential to deepen our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
2. The company is growing by leaps and bounds this year.
3. Those are my arguments against taking a leap in the dark.
4. Dexter should have looked before he leaped.
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