Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sprang

verb
/spræŋ/
Definition
Past tense of spring; to jump or leap forward swiftly.
Examples
  • She sprang out of bed when she heard the alarm.
  • The cat sprang onto the windowsill.
  • He sprang into action as soon as he saw the fire.
Meaning
The word ‘sprang’ refers to the action of jumping or leaping, typically indicating a sudden movement or change in position.
Synonyms
  • leaped
  • bounced
  • jumped