scamper

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/ˈskæmpə/ English

Definitions

noun

A quick, light run.

verb

To run quickly and lightly, especially in a playful or undignified manner.“The dog scampered after the squirrel.”

noun

One who skimps or does slipshod work.

Related words

Synonyms

scurry skimper skitter scramble scuttle trip runner skedaddle hop, skip, and a jump rack sprint frisk caper scurrying gambol run-around snapper

Associated

scrimmage pts hank overs touchdown rushing quarter yards tech quarterback zone pass

Rhymes

pamper hamper clamper damper tamper vamper camper stamper tramper champer

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