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step

Noun

Verb

Meaning

• A movement made by lifting the foot and setting it down again.

• A flat surface, especially one in a series, on which to place one's foot when moving.

Examples

• She took a step forward.

• The steps led to the front door.

• He climbed the steps two at a time.

Meaning

• To move by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place.

• To take action.

Examples

• She stepped carefully on the slippery surface.

• The government needs to step up and address the issue.

• He stepped aside to let her pass.

step

Noun

Verb

Meaning

• A movement made by lifting the foot and setting it down again.

• A flat surface, especially one in a series, on which to place one's foot when moving.

Examples

• She took a step forward.

• The steps led to the front door.

• He climbed the steps two at a time.

Meaning

• To move by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place.

• To take action.

Examples

• She stepped carefully on the slippery surface.

• The government needs to step up and address the issue.

• He stepped aside to let her pass.