PoliticsAugust 16, 2026
leapfrog
LEEP-frog
Definition
To bypass or skip over intermediate stages or traditional levels of development to advance directly to a more modern or efficient state.
Etymology
Derived from the children's game where one player jumps over another, the term evolved in the early 20th century to describe the act of surpassing or jumping over established stages or competitors.
In the news
The article suggests that Nepal can accelerate its progress by integrating advanced technologies, effectively skipping outdated developmental phases to catch up with global standards.
“Nepal must transition to strategic multi-alignment”
Read the full article ↗Nepali Times