capers

Noun

• any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
• pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
• a crime (especially a robbery)
• a playful leap or hop
• gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
• a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
• plural of caper

Verb

• jump about playfully
• third-person singular simple present indicative of caper

Synonyms

antic, caper, capriole, frolic, gambol, job, joke, play, prank, put-on, romp, trick