LEAPFROGGED Meaning and
Definition
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Leapfrogged is a verb that refers to the act of surpassing or overtaking someone or something in a sudden and significant way. It is derived from the children's game of leapfrog, where one player leaps over another player who is crouching down, and then the player who was leaped over becomes the leaper.
In a figurative sense, leapfrogged describes a situation where one entity surpasses another by making a major advancement or progress, thereby jumping ahead in a competitive or hierarchical order. This can occur in various contexts such as sports, business, technology, or personal development.
For instance, in the business world, a company can be said to have leapfrogged its competitors when it unexpectedly and rapidly gains a higher market position or surpasses them in terms of revenue or market share. In the field of technology, the term may be used to describe the sudden development or adoption of a new technology that surpasses older, existing ones and quickly becomes the preferred choice, rendering the previous technology obsolete.
Overall, leapfrogged implies a significant advancement or progress that allows an individual or entity to quickly surpass or overtake their competitors or counterparts. It suggests a sudden and remarkable jump forward, propelling one to a higher level or position, often with a sense of surprise or unexpectedness.
Etymology of LEAPFROGGED
The word "leapfrogged" is derived from two separate words: "leap" and "frog".
The word "leap" comes from the Old English word "hlēapan" which means "to jump or spring forth". This word has Germanic origins and is related to other Germanic languages such as German "laufen" and Dutch "lopen".
The word "frog" comes from the Middle English word "froge" which was derived from Old Norse "froskr". It ultimately goes back to Proto-Germanic "fruskaz" and is related to other Germanic languages like Dutch "kikvors" and German "Frosch".
When combined, "leapfrog" is a compound word that refers to a children's game where players take turns in jumping over each other's crouched backs, imitating the leap of a frog.
Conjugate verb Leapfrogged
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