Caper
/ˈkeɪ.pər/noun
A playful or lively leap or dance.
Did you know?Originally from Latin, 'caper' means 'goat', linking it to the wild, capricious nature of both goats and human mischief.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
caper
“goat, symbolizing playfulness and wildness”
Old French
Old French
caper
“to leap or skip, often associated with playful antics”
Middle English
Middle English
caper
“a lively dance or leap, reflecting both joy and mischief”
Modern English
English
caper
“a playful leap or prank, retaining its whimsical connotations”
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