Definition: the act of jumping over an obstacle
Definition: the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground
Usage: he advanced in a series of jumps; the jumping was unexpected
Synonyms: hurdle
Definition: a light movable barrier that competitors must leap over in certain races
Similar words: barrier
Definition: a structure or object that impedes free movement
Synonyms: hurdle
Definition: an obstacle that you are expected to overcome
Usage: the last hurdle before graduation
Similar words: obstacle, obstruction
Definition: something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted
Usage: lack of imagination is an obstacle to one's advancement; the poverty of a district is an obstacle to good education; the filibuster was a major obstruction to the success of their plan
Synonyms: hurdle
Definition: jump a hurdle