Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Saltations.
Saltations - 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
"In geology, saltations refer to the rapid movement of particles in an erratic manner."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium suggests that evolution occurs through saltations."
"The saltations of electrons create electric currents."
"Some insects exhibit saltations in their movement, jumping from one location to another."
"The concept of saltations in human thought refers to sudden bursts of insight or inspiration."
Word Game Points
Is SALTATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, saltations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SALTATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SALTATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saltations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSALTATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is SALTATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saltations is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSALTATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
