Leap

What does leap mean?

noun

1. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
2. an abrupt transition a successful leap from college to the major leagues
3. a sudden and decisive increase a jump in attendance

verb

1. move forward by leaps and bounds The horse bounded across the meadow
2. pass abruptly from one state or topic to another leap into fame
3. jump down from an elevated point the parachutist didn't want to jump

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.