footstep
the setting down of a foot, or the sound so produced; footfall; tread.
the distance covered by a step in walking; pace.
a footprint.
a step by which to ascend or descend.
Idioms about footstep
follow in someone's footsteps, to succeed or imitate another person.
Origin of footstep
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British Dictionary definitions for footstep
/ (ˈfʊtˌstɛp) /
the action of taking a step in walking
the sound made by stepping or walking
the distance covered with a step; pace
a footmark
a single stair; step
to continue the tradition or example of another
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Other Idioms and Phrases with footstep
see follow in someone's footsteps.
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