footstep

American  

[foot-step] / ˈfʊtˌstɛp /

noun

1. the setting down of a foot, or the sound so produced; footfall; tread.

2. the distance covered by a step in walking; pace.

3. a footprint.

4. a step by which to ascend or descend.

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idioms

1. follow in someone's footsteps, to succeed or imitate another person.

footstep British  

/ ˈfʊtˌstɛp /

noun

1. the action of taking a step in walking

2. the sound made by stepping or walking

3. the distance covered with a step; pace

4. a footmark

5. a single stair; step

6. to continue the tradition or example of another

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footstep More Idioms  

1. see follow in someone's footsteps.

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Etymology

Origin of footstep

First recorded in 1175–1225, footstep is from Middle English foote steppe. See foot, step

Example Sentences

With working from home affecting commuter demand, and shopping increasingly involving mouse clicks rather than footsteps, its city-centre and commuter car parks have had reduced occupancy.

From BBC

At last we heard Father’s footsteps winding up the stairs.

From Literature

Wolf dropped behind, cleverly letting Torak break the trail so that he could trot in his footsteps.

From Literature

We both listened for a moment as the footsteps bore closer.

From Literature

My aunt’s voice drifts out from the kitchen as she hears my footsteps pounding the stairs.

From Literature

Related Words

• footprint