English Explanatory Dictionary

lockstep

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A step whereby the toe of one man is brought very close to the heel of the man in front.
  2. Close connection, unison, rigid synchronization.
  3. An inflexible, rigid or stifling pattern.
adj
  1. In close connection, in unison, synchronized.

Pronunciation

/ˈlɒkstɛp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lockstep.wav

Word forms

lockstep locksteps lock-step lock step

Etymology

From lock + step.

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