saltation meaning

saltation as a noun

1. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

   Synonyms: leap, leaping, spring, bound, bounce

   Type of: jump

   Kinds: caper, pounce

   Related forms: saltate

2. an abrupt transition
   • a successful leap from college to the major leagues

   Synonyms: leap, jump

   Type of: transition

   Kinds: quantum jump

3. (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface

   Type of: natural process

   Related forms: saltate

4. (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species

   Type of: mutation

5. taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

   Synonyms: dancing, dance, terpsichore

   Type of: diversion, performing arts

   Kinds: adagio, break dancing, courante, nautch, pavane, phrase, saraband, skank, slam dancing, step dancing, toe dancing, stage dancing

   Related forms: saltate