skips
v. B1 Intermediate US //ˈskɪps// UK //skˈɪps// skips
v. to move forward with light, jumping steps. You can also use it when you miss a turn or leave something out on purpose.
v. to move by hopping on each foot in turn; to omit or bypass a step, item, or turn in a sequence.
The happy child skips down the street.
If you already know the basics, you can skips the first chapter and start with the exercises.
The narrative skips over the protagonist's childhood, focusing instead on the pivotal events of his early adulthood that shaped his political philosophy.
Usage
When used to mean 'omit', it is transitive and takes a direct object.
Pitfall
He skips from the meetingHe skips the meetingWhen meaning to miss an event or step, the verb is transitive and does not require a preposition.