Leapfrog: meaning, definitions and examples

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leapfrog

 

[ หˆliหpfrษ”g ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

playful activity

To leapfrog means to jump over someone or something in a method similar to the children's game of leapfrog, where players jump over each other's backs. It can also refer to surpassing or outdoing someone, particularly in a competitive context.

Synonyms

jump over, outdo, surpass

Examples of usage

  • The children enjoyed leapfrogging over each other during recess.
  • The company managed to leapfrog its rivals by innovating faster.
  • In the race, she leapfrogged ahead of the competition with her incredible performance.
Context #2 | Noun

game

Leapfrog is a children's game in which players bend over and others leap over them. It is often played in groups and is a way for children to engage in physical activity while having fun.

Synonyms

frogging, jump game

Examples of usage

  • We played leapfrog in the backyard last summer.
  • Leapfrog is a popular game among preschoolers.
  • The kids took turns in a game of leapfrog at the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "leapfrog" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pular

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคฒเคพเค‚เค— เคฒเค—เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hรผpfspiel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lompat katak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ะธะฑะฐั‚ะธ ั‡ะตั€ะตะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przeskakiwanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฃ›ใณ่ถŠใˆใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sauter par-dessus

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saltar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑรงrama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„์•ฝํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ูุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™eskoฤit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ preskoฤiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ทณ่›™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ preskoฤiti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ froska

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะบั–ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒฎแƒขแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tullanmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ brincar

Word origin

The term 'leapfrog' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the combination of 'leap' and 'frog,' which vividly describes the action of jumping over another person in a crouched position. The game is believed to date back to ancient times, with roots in various cultures where children have engaged in playful jumping activities. The leapfrog itself has often been referenced in literature and educational systems, symbolizing not just play but also competition and progress. As vocabulary evolved, the metaphorical use of 'leapfrog' emerged in various contexts, especially in business and technology, reflecting the idea of bypassing competitors or obstacles. This duality in its definition allows for flexibility in the terms of both recreation and strategy, making the concept of leapfrogging widely applicable.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,454 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.