Step: meaning, definitions and examples

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step

[ step /stɛp ]

^{Context #1}

movement

A single movement of putting one foot in front of the other while walking.

Synonyms

footstep, pace, stride

Examples of usage

He took a step forward.
She hesitated before taking the next step.

^{Context #2}

level

A flat surface in a staircase.

Synonyms

stair, tread

Examples of usage

She tripped on the first step.

^{Context #3}

action

To lift and set down one's foot or one foot after the other in walking.

Synonyms

advance, move, walk

Examples of usage

He stepped lightly to avoid making noise.

Translations

Translations of the word "step" in other languages:

🇵🇹 passo

🇮🇳 कदम

🇩🇪 Schritt

🇮🇩 langkah

🇺🇦 крок

🇵🇱 krok

🇯🇵 ステップ (suteppu)

🇫🇷 pas

🇪🇸 paso

🇹🇷 adım

🇰🇷 단계 (dangye)

🇸🇦 خطوة

🇨🇿 krok

🇸🇰 krok

🇨🇳 步骤 (bùzhòu)

🇸🇮 korak

🇮🇸 skref

🇰🇿 қадам

🇬🇪 ნაბიჯი

🇦🇿 addım

🇲🇽 paso

Word origin

The word 'step' originated from the Old English word 'steppan', meaning to go, move, or walk. Over time, it evolved to refer to the action of moving one foot in front of the other. The concept of a step as a unit of movement or level has been present in various languages and cultures throughout history, symbolizing progress, transition, or ascent.

See also: misstep, missteps, overstep, sidestep, steppe, stepping, steps.