Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hopping
Verb
/ˈhɒpɪŋ/
Definition
The action of jumping lightly or leaping.
Examples
- The children were hopping with joy at the playground.
- She saw a rabbit hopping through the garden.
- He was hopping from one foot to another while waiting in line.
Meaning
Hopping refers to moving by making jumps on one foot or both feet in a quick and lively manner.
Synonyms
- Jumping
- Leaping
- Springing
- Bounding
