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   caper

   /ˈkeɪpə/

   verb

   • 1. skip or dance about in a lively or playful way: "children were capering about the room"

   noun

   • 1. a playful skipping movement: "she did a little caper or dance" Similar danceskiphopleapjumprare:curvetgambadogambade
   • 2. an illicit or ridiculous activity or escapade: informal "I'm too old for this kind of caper" Similar escapadestuntpranktrickpractical jokeanticshigh jinksmischiefgamesportfunjestjestingjapeinformal:shenaniganslarkskylarkingmonkey tricksmonkey businessdido
   • ▪ a light-hearted, far-fetched film, especially about crime: "a cop caper about intergalactic drug dealers"

   Word Origin late 16th century: abbreviation of capriole.

   Derivatives

   • 1. caperer noun

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   What does caper mean?

   • The meaning of CAPER is an illegal or questionable act or escapade. How to use caper in a sentence. Did you know?

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   What is an example of a caper?

   • A goofy little joke or prank, a crime, or a ridiculous adventure is called a caper. For example, your quest for an American newspaper turned into a caper that took you all over the Irish countryside. Caper originates from the Italian word capriolare, meaning “jump in the air,” and indeed, one meaning is "frolicking play or light-hearted dancing."

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   What is a synonym for caper?

   • Cf. caper family. In Lists: Humor and comedy, Crime, more... Synonyms: prank, trick, escapade, joke, practical joke, more... and all that caper (et cetera?) To be caught mid-caper.

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   What does a little caper mean?

   • (informal) an activity, especially one that is illegal or dangerous A call to the police should put an end to their little caper. He's involved in some sort of organized crime caper. a short jumping or dancing movement He cut a little celebratory caper (= jumped or danced a few steps) in the middle of the road.

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   The meaning of CAPER is an illegal or questionable act or escapade. How to use caper in a sentence. Did you know?

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   CAPER definition: 1. to run and jump about in an energetic, happy way 2. an illegal, unusual, or entertaining…. Learn more.

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   A goofy little joke or prank, a crime, or a ridiculous adventure is called a caper. For example, your quest for an American newspaper turned into a caper that took you all over the Irish countryside.

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   Define caper. caper synonyms, caper pronunciation, caper translation, English dictionary definition of caper. n. 1. A playful leap or hop. 2. A frivolous escapade or prank. 3. Slang An illegal plot or enterprise, especially one involving theft. intr.v.

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   9 meanings: 1. a playful skip or leap 2. a high-spirited escapade 3. → See cut a caper 4. slang a crime, esp an organized.... Click for more definitions.

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   Jul 2, 2024 · caper (third-person singular simple present capers, present participle capering, simple past and past participle capered) To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner. To jump as part of a dance. To engage in playful behaviour.

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   caper. noun. /ˈkeɪpər/ [usually plural] the small, green, flower bud of a Mediterranean bush, preserved in vinegar, and used to flavor dishes and sauces. Want to learn more?