Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

leapfrog

verb, noun
ˈlēpˌfrôɡ
Definition
To jump over something while skipping it, or to bypass in a competitive context.
Examples
  • During the game, the children decided to leapfrog over each other in the yard.
  • The company managed to leapfrog its competitors by introducing innovative technology.
Meaning
The act of moving ahead or advancing rapidly by overcoming obstacles, often used in the context of competition or progression.
Synonyms
  • Jump
  • Skip
  • Bypass
  • Overstep
  • Surpass