Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Saltation.
Saltation - as a noun
(geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface
(genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species
An abrupt transition
Example: "A successful leap from college to the major leagues"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jump15leap6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
transition10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dance8dancing11terpsichoreHypernyms (Closely Related)
diversion13recreation12performing artsHyponyms (Broadly Related)
adagio8break dancingcourante10nauch10
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nautch11nautch dancepavan10pavane11phrase11saraband11slam danceslam dancinghoofing14step dancingtoe dancetoe dancingchoreography26stage dancingpas seulvariation12duet5pas de deuxpas de troispas de quatresocial dancingmambo11ceremonial danceritual danceritual dancingdab6dabbing13kagura
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Example Sentences
"The desert winds caused a saltation of sand particles, creating a sandstorm."
"The river's saltation across the rocks created a cascading waterfall."
"The study of saltation in insect populations is crucial for understanding their migration patterns."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium suggests that evolution occurs through periods of saltation rather than gradual change."
"The dancer's graceful saltation captivated the audience."
Word Game Points
Is SALTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, saltation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SALTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is SALTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saltation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSALTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SALTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saltation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSALTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
