Caper has 12 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
2
pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
3
a crime (especially a robbery)
"the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis"
5
gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
"it was all done in play"
"their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
6
a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
8
A vessel formerly used by the Dutch; privateer.
9
The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), which is pickled and eaten.
Verb
2
To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner.
Example Sentences
"the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis"
noun
"it was all done in play"
noun
"their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
noun
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