English to English Dictionary

Stenography

The practice of writing in shorthand or a system of shorthand writing.

Step

A movement made by lifting the foot and setting it down in a new position.

Step on someone's toes

To unintentionally or intentionally offend, upset, or insult someone, especially by encroaching on their territory, duties, or privileges.

Step-Up

An increase in intensity, level, or quality.

Step-back

An act of moving backward, or a temporary pause in an activity or process to gain a better perspective.

Step-change

A significant, abrupt, and permanent change or increase, especially in performance, policy, or technology.

Step-down

An act of resigning or relinquishing a position of authority, power, or responsibility.

Step-in

A situation where someone temporarily takes over a role or responsibility.

Step-off

A point or position where one steps down or off from a higher surface.

Stepbrother

A son of one's stepparent.

Stepfather

A male who is the husband of one's mother, but is not one's biological father.

Stepford

Characteristic of or resembling the fictional inhabitants of Stepford; unnaturally compliant, conventional, and submissive, often lacking independent thought or individual personality.