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Meaning of stepped
The primary meaning of the word "stepped" is to move by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place.
Etymology of stepped
The word "stepped" originates from the Old English word "steppan", which is also related to the Old Norse word "steypa", meaning to step or tread
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the act of moving by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place
Synonyms
Definitions
- Moved by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place
- * Past tense of "step", which means to move by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place
- * To move or proceed in a certain way, especially by taking a specific action or decision
Usage Examples
- She stepped out of the car and onto the sidewalk
- * He stepped forward to greet the guest
- * The hiker stepped carefully over the rocky terrain
- * The company stepped up its production to meet the demand