Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scamper
verb
/ˈskampər/
Definition
to run quickly and lightly, often with a sense of playfulness or urgency.
Examples
- The rabbit began to scamper across the field when it heard a noise.
- Children scamper around the playground during recess.
- With a sudden scare, the mice scampered back into their holes.
Meaning
To move swiftly and energetically, typically used to describe the way small animals or children run.
Synonyms
- dart
- scurry
- hasten
- race
- dash
