Meaning & use
step
A movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different position, or a single stage in a process.
See it in a sentence
She took a small step backward to get a better view of the painting.
Following the recipe's first step, we preheated the oven to 350 degrees.
A note on using this word
Step often extends metaphorically to mean a stage or measure in a plan, as in 'the next step is to sign the contract.'
Words with a similar meaning
stridestage
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To move by lifting and setting down one foot, typically to change position.
Please step aside so the paramedics can reach the patient.
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