definition of
leap

[1] #1 leap v. [jump, bound, spring] move forward by leaps and bounds; "The horse bounded across the meadow"; "The child leapt across the puddle"; "Can you jump over the fence?". wn

[2] #2 leap n. [leaping, spring, saltation, bound, bounce] a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards. wn

[3] #3 leap n. [jump, saltation] an abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues". wn

[4] #4 leap v. [jump] pass abruptly from one state or topic to another; "leap into fame"; "jump to a conclusion"; "jump from one thing to another". wn

[5] #5 leap n. [jump] a sudden and decisive increase; "a jump in attendance". wn