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ˈsæl təˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr isalta·to·ry

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  1. saltatoryadjective

    Of or pertaining to leaps or leaping

  2. saltatoryadjective

    That proceeds by leaps rather than by smooth, continuous variation

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  1. saltatory

    Jumping or leaping is a form of locomotion or movement in which an organism or non-living (e.g., robotic) mechanical system propels itself through the air along a ballistic trajectory. Jumping can be distinguished from running, galloping and other gaits where the entire body is temporarily airborne, by the relatively long duration of the aerial phase and high angle of initial launch. Some animals, such as the kangaroo, employ jumping (commonly called hopping in this instance) as their primary form of locomotion, while others, such as frogs, use it only as a means to escape predators. Jumping is also a key feature of various activities and sports, including the long jump, high jump and show jumping.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Saltatoryadjective

    leaping or dancing; having the power of, or used in, leaping or dancing

  2. Etymology: [L. saltatorius. See Saltant, and cf. Saltire.]

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of saltatory in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of saltatory in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5


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