pirquetted

/ˈpɪr.kɪ.tɪd/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of pirquet, a verb meaning to jump or leap with a springing or sudden motion

“The rabbit pirquetted across the field in a flash of speed.”

2. noun

the past tense of pirquet, referring to a jumping or leaping movement

“The gymnast’s pirquetted the judges with her impressive routine.”

Synonyms

  • jumped
  • leaped
  • sprang

Antonyms

  • dropped
  • fell