leapling

[ leep-ling ]

noun

1. a person born on leap day, February 29:

   an online gathering with fellow leaplings for a birthday celebration.

Word History and Origins

Origin of leapling¹

First recorded in 2010–15; leap (day) ( def ) + -ling ¹( def )

Example Sentences

Julia, a medical student from Warwickshire, is a leapling.

From BBC

There can be some technical difficulties involved in being a leapling, says Julia.

From BBC

But being a leapling does feel special because it is so unusual, says Jane.

From BBC

Author, Patience Agbabi, has written a series of children's fictional books about a young leapling who possesses the special gift of being able to leap through time.

From BBC

Shelley Dean, 23, in Seattle, Washington, chooses a rosy attitude about being a leapling.

From Seattle Times