caper meaning and definition

CAPER noun

Definition of caper (noun)

1. any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
2. pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
3. a crime (especially a robbery)
   • "the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis"
   • synonyms: job
4. a playful leap or hop
   • synonyms: capriole
5. gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
   • "it was all done in play"; "their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
   • synonyms: frolic, gambol, play, romp
6. a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
   • synonyms: antic, joke, prank, put-on, trick

CAPER verb

Definition of caper (verb)

1. jump about playfully