sprent

/sprent/

Definitions

1. verb

to jump or spring, especially to attack or pursue

“The dog sprent after its prey in a flash of speed.”

2. verb

to jump or spring upwards, especially with a sudden or violent motion

“The ball sprent high into the air when it was kicked.”

3. noun

a sudden or violent upward jump or spring

“The sprent of the trampoline sent the kids flying.”

Synonyms

  • jump
  • leap
  • spring

Antonyms

  • descend
  • fall