scamper

Meanings

• Verb

  To move quickly and in a playful or agile manner, especially over an uneven surface.

  - "The squirrel scampered up the tree."
  - "The children scampered through the forest."
  - "The athletes scampered to reach the finish line."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈskæmpɚ/
   
   
   
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4. /ˈskæmpɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

scurry , skimper

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with scamper
camper , rampart , hampster

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Variants

List of all variants of scamper that leads to same result
scamper , scampered , scampering , scampers

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to leap or jump' in Middle English.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'scamper' comes from the Old English word 'scamian', which means 'to leap or jump'.

2. In the children's book 'The Wind in the Willows', Mole and Rat go on a 'scampering' adventure through the forest.

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Related Concepts

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1. scampering: The act of moving quickly and playfully.

2. gallop: A faster and more rhythmic version of scampering, typically used for horses.

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Culture

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In literature, 'scamper' is often used to describe the quick movements of animals or children.

How to Memorize "scamper"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small animal or child moving quickly and playfully. Visualize the way their body moves as they scamper.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'scamper' with quick, playful movements.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a phrase like 'Scamper like a squirrel' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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