caper

//ˈkeɪ.pər//
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Visual representation of caper

Noun

caperSingular
capersPlural
1

A playful, skipping movement or leap.

The lamb did a little caper in the meadow.

2

A mischievous or illegal activity, especially a robbery or heist.

The movie is about a group of thieves planning a daring bank caper.

Noun

caperSingular
capersPlural
1

The pickled flower bud of a Mediterranean shrub, used as a seasoning in cooking.

I added some capers to the pasta sauce for extra flavor.

Verb

caperInfinitive
caperPresent tense
caperedPast tense
caperedPast participle
caperingPresent participle
capersThird-person singular
1

To skip or dance about in a lively or playful way.

The children capered around the garden with joy.

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