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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

saltation

/ˈsɔːltəʊʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does saltation mean?

noun

A sudden jump or leap, especially in a series of small jumps, as of a flea or a grasshopper. A sudden or uncontrolled movement, especially of the body or a part of it.

Example

"The grasshopper's saltation across the field was a blur of motion."

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