caper

Universal Words noun, verb noun 1 [usuallypl.] the small green flower BUD of a Mediterranean bush, preserved in VINEGAR and used to flavour dishes and sauces 2 (informal) an activity, especially one that is illegal or dangerous: A call to the police should put an end to their little caper. * He's involved in some sort of organized crime caper. 3 a short jump or dance: He cut a little celebratory caper (= jumped or danced a few steps) in the middle of the road. verb [V] [usually +adv./prep.] (written) to run or jump around in a happy and excited way