English Explanatory Dictionary

misstep

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A step that is wrong, a false step.
  2. An error or mistake.
verb
  1. To step badly or incorrectly.
  2. To make an error or mistake.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɪs.stɛp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-misstep.wav /mɪsˈstɛp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-misstep2.wav

Word forms

misstep missteps mis-step misstepping misstepped

Etymology

From mis- + step.

Synonyms

error faux pas mistake

Related words

overstep
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