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high-stepping
[ hahy-step-ing ]
/ ˈhaɪˈstɛp ɪŋ /
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adjective
seeking unrestrained pleasure, as by frequenting night clubs, parties, etc.; leading a wild and fast life: a high-stepping young crowd.
(of a horse) moving with the leg raised high.
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Origin of high-stepping
First recorded in 1840–50
OTHER WORDS FROM high-stepping
high-stepper, nounWords nearby high-stepping
high-spirited, high spirits, high spot, high-step, high-stepper, high-stepping, high stick, high-sticking, High Street, high-strung, high style
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