1. saltation - noun
· (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface
Hypernym(s): natural_process, natural_action, action, activity
2. saltation - noun
· (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species
Hypernym(s): mutation, genetic_mutation, chromosomal_mutation
3. saltation - noun
· an abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues"
Hypernym(s): transition
4. saltation - noun
· taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
Synonym(s): dancing, dance, terpsichore
Hypernym(s): diversion, recreation, performing_arts
5. saltation - noun
· a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
Synonym(s): leap, leaping, spring, bound, bounce
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