Meaning of saltation

Definition of saltation

(noun) (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface
(genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species
an abrupt transition; "a successful leap from college to the major leagues"
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

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