Although the AHD gives multiple definitions for "leap" all of them focus on the act of moving in a manner that is quick and reminiscent of a jump. Leap most recently passed through Middle English as lepen and originated in Old English as hlepan (which I have no idea how to pronounce).
I choose this word because lately I feel like I've been leaping from one project to a next. Besides having this meaning for me, it always reminds me of my nieces and nephews- those kids keep me busy that's for sure! (also, old school leap frog is an awesome game). There are just so many bright and vivid images that come to mind when someone says "leap." Although this word may not have a very long etymological history, it has a long history in my life.
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