Definitions

1. noun

a lighthearted or amusing activity, especially one that is mischievous or playful

“The children’s caper in the backyard involved filling the sprinklers with water balloons.”

2. verb

to engage in a lighthearted or mischievous activity

“The students capered during the school play’s rehearsal.”

3. noun

a wild or unmanageable horse

“The cowboy had to caper the untamed mustang.”

4. verb

to jump or leap, especially with a sudden or unpredictable movement

“The deer capered across the forest floor.”