definition of
step

[1] #1 step n. [measure] any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal; "the situation called for strong measures"; "the police took steps to reduce crime". wn

[2] #2 step v. shift or move by taking a step; "step back". wn

[3] #3 step n. [footstep, pace, stride] the distance covered by a step; "he stepped off ten paces from the old tree and began to dig". wn

[4] #4 step v. [tread] put down or press the foot, place the foot; "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread"; "step on the brake". wn

[5] #5 step n. the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down; "he walked with unsteady steps". wn