caper etymology

Etymology:

• From Middle English capre, from Old French capre (fem.), capre (masc.) "bud, shoot of a fig tree," from Occitan cabro, from Latin capparis, from Greek κάππαρις (kápparis) "caper plant, caper."

Meaning:

• The pickled flower buds of the caper bush, Capparis spinosa, used as a condiment.
• A person who engages in daring or risky actions, especially those involving theft or deception, often for personal gain.

Origin:

The caper plant is native to the Mediterranean region. The word caper first appeared in English in the late 13th century. The use of "caper" to refer to a person engaging in risky actions likely originated from the association with the plant's thorns, which could be seen as symbolic of danger or adventure.

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