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Saltation (Noun)

Meaning 1

(genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Hypernyms

  • Genetic Mutation
  • Chromosomal Mutation

Meaning 2

A light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Leaping
  • Bound
  • Leap
  • Bounce
  • Spring

Hypernyms

  • Jumping
  • Jump

Hyponyms

  • Capriole
  • Pounce
  • Caper

Related Words

  • Saltate (verb)

Meaning 3

An abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

  • Leap
  • Jump

Hypernyms

  • Transition

Hyponyms

  • Quantum Jump

Meaning 4

(geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

  • Activity
  • Natural Action
  • Action

Related Words

  • Saltate (verb)

Meaning 5

Taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Terpsichore
  • Dance
  • Dancing

Hypernyms

  • Performing Arts
  • Diversion
  • Recreation

Hyponyms

  • Pavan
  • Nautch Dance
  • Pas De Quatre
  • Duet
  • Pas De Trois
  • Adagio
  • Social Dancing
  • Nautch
  • Stage Dancing
  • Break Dancing
  • Phrase
  • Ritual Dancing
  • Slam Dancing
  • Courante
  • Skank
  • Toe Dancing
  • Pas De Deux
  • Pas Seul
  • Pavane
  • Hoofing
  • Mambo
  • Break Dance
  • Nauch
  • Choreography
  • Variation
  • Step Dancing
  • Slam Dance
  • Saraband
  • Ritual Dance
  • Toe Dance
  • Ceremonial Dance

Related Words

  • Saltate (verb)
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