Scamper: meaning, definitions and examples
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scamper
[ หskampษr ]
quick movement
To scamper means to move quickly and playfully, often in a light and hurried manner. It is frequently used to describe the way small animals or children move when they are excited or startled. This term conveys a sense of agility and liveliness, often implying a carefree or playful nature in the action.
Synonyms
dash, hurry, race, scurry, sprint.
Examples of usage
- The children scampered across the playground.
- Squirrels scampered up the tree.
- The dog scampered after the ball.
Translations
Translations of the word "scamper" in other languages:
๐ต๐น escapar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเคพเคเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช davonlaufen
๐ฎ๐ฉ melarikan diri
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒััะบะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ uciekaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ้ใใ
๐ซ๐ท s'enfuir
๐ช๐ธ escapar
๐น๐ท kaรงmak
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ง๊ฐ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุฑุจ
๐จ๐ฟ utรฉct
๐ธ๐ฐ utekat
๐จ๐ณ ้่ท
๐ธ๐ฎ pobegniti
๐ฎ๐ธ flรฝja
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแฅแชแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qaรงmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ escapar
Etymology
The word 'scamper' originates from the late 15th century, derived from the Middle English term 'scamperen,' which means to run or leap. This Middle English word is believed to have evolved from the Old Norse word 'skampr' which means 'to run.' Over time, its usage expanded to encompass not just the act of running but also an element of playfulness and speed often associated with small animals or children. The playful connotation of 'scamper' has been retained throughout its history, making it a lively verb used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,699 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 31701 quadrille
- 31702 accusingly
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