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1. saltation
noun. taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music.
Synonyms
- choreography
- performing arts
- ritual dancing
- skank
- phrase
- recreation
- pas de quatre
- pas seul
- pavan
- social dancing
- saraband
- nautch dance
- pavane
- dance
- diversion
- stage dancing
- nautch
- dancing
- variation
- adagio
- ceremonial dance
- step dancing
- mambo
- terpsichore
- pas de deux
- pas de trois
- duet
- break dancing
- toe dance
- nauch
- slam dance
- slam dancing
- hoofing
- ritual dance
- courante
- toe dancing
Antonyms
- free
- uncertain
- unoriented
- untreated
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2. saltation
noun. (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species.
Synonyms
- mutation
- chromosomal mutation
Antonyms
- stay in place
- wane
- stop
3. saltation
noun. an abrupt transition.
Synonyms
- jump
- transition
- quantum jump
Antonyms
- unsworn
- decrease
- ascend
- rise
4. saltation
noun. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards.
Synonyms
- capriole
- bound
- leap
- jump
- caper
- bounce
- pounce
- jumping
- spring
Antonyms
- inactivity
- stand still
- antitype
- fast
5. saltation
noun. (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface.
Synonyms
- natural process
- activity
- action
Antonyms
- drop out
- accept
- inelasticity
- clear
Sentences with saltation
1. Noun, singular or mass
During saltation, kangaroos push off with both large feet at the same time, and they use their tails for balance.