skipping

[ˈskɪpɪŋ]

skipping Definition

• 1. the act of jumping over a rope that is held in both hands, and turned repeatedly by the person jumping or by two other people
• 2. the act of moving lightly and quickly, without touching the ground for long

Using skipping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "skipping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was skipping down the street.

• Example

  The children were skipping rope in the park.

• Example

  Skipping is a great exercise for cardiovascular health.

skipping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for skipping

• jumping
• hopping
• leaping
• bouncing

Phrases with skipping

• skip town

  to leave a place quickly, especially to avoid trouble or to escape from someone

  Example

  He skipped town before the police could catch him.

• skip a beat

  to have a sudden feeling of excitement or nervousness, especially because of something unexpected

  Example

  My heart skipped a beat when I saw him walk into the room.

• skip the line

  to go to the front of a line of people waiting for something, without waiting your turn

  Example

  We were able to skip the line at the amusement park because we had VIP passes.

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Summary: skipping in Brief

Skipping [ˈskɪpɪŋ] refers to the act of jumping over a rope or moving lightly and quickly without touching the ground for long. It is often used as a form of exercise or play, as in 'The children were skipping rope in the park.' 'Skipping' can also be used figuratively, as in 'My heart skipped a beat when I saw him walk into the room.' Other phrases include 'skip town,' meaning to leave a place quickly, and 'skip the line,' meaning to go to the front of a line without waiting your turn.