sidesteps
|side/steps|
B2
/ˈsaɪdˌstɛps/
(sidestep)
avoidance by lateral movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sidestep' originates from the combination of 'side' and 'step', where 'side' refers to the lateral part and 'step' refers to a movement made by lifting the foot and setting it down again.
Historical Evolution
'Sidestep' was formed in English by combining 'side' and 'step' to describe a lateral movement.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant a physical lateral movement, but over time it evolved to include the metaphorical sense of avoiding issues.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a step taken sideways, typically to avoid something.
She made a quick sidestep to avoid the puddle.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42