high-step

[ hahy-step ]

verb (used without object)

, high-stepped, high-step·ping.

1. to walk or run by raising the legs higher than normal.

verb (used with object)

, high-stepped, high-step·ping.

1. to approach or step over by high-stepping.

Word History and Origins

Origin of high-step¹

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

One half, which was used to accommodate people, was reached by a high step and was comparatively dry.

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There was a high step down on to the deck, and an old sailor in a jersey standing by gave her his dry, hard hand.

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That gentleman's flail ceased its motion, then he threw it down and went to the door to help Ellen up the high step.

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A man helped her up the high step, and she found a seat just behind the driver.

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The difficulty is materially increased by the invariably high step at the front door.

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