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/stɛp/
movement forward
Etymology
Etymology Information
'step' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'stæpe,' where 'stæpe' meant 'a pace or stride.'
Historical Evolution
'stæpe' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'step.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a pace or stride,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a movement made by lifting the foot and setting it down in a new position.
She took a step forward.
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Noun 2
a flat surface, especially one in a series, on which to place the foot when moving from one level to another.
He sat on the top step of the stairs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35