high-stepping

American  

[hahy-step-ing] / ˈhaɪˈstɛp ɪŋ /

adjective

1. seeking unrestrained pleasure, as by frequenting night clubs, parties, etc.; leading a wild and fast life.

   a high-stepping young crowd.

2. (of a horse) moving with the leg raised high.

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Other Word Forms

• high-stepper noun

Etymology

Origin of high-stepping

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

DaBaby figured heavily into the weekend as he gave a motivational speech the night before the game and led the team onto the field by high-stepping along the sideline.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 30, 2023

But he also ended this glimpse at their run of bad luck with high-stepping mirth and one of the most joyous scenes in modern movies.

From Salon • Jun. 14, 2023

The showstopping number from the Indian action spectacular was recreated on the Dolby Theater stage, complete with suspenders popping, manic high-stepping and frenetic nodding.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2023

Or, in the film’s absolute high spot, when a team of dazzlingly high-stepping waiters serve hot chocolate on the train like it’s never been served before.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2022

Then he put on his wet shirt and came high-stepping through the brush to where they were.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez