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saltation

sal·ta·tion

UK/sælˈteɪ.ʃən/ US/sælˈteɪ.ʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

(geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface

2.

a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species

3.

an abrupt transition

  • “a successful leap from college to the major leagues”
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4.

taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

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5.

Origin

From Latin saltus (“to leap”).

Phrases

  • saltation layer
  • saltation velocity

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