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单词 high-stepping
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Definition of high-stepping in English:

high-stepping

adjective ˌhʌɪˈstɛpɪŋ

  • 1Of a person or animal: that takes high steps; especially (of a horse) that lifts its feet high from the ground in walking and trotting.

  • 2Chiefly US. Exalted, lofty; grand, luxurious; superior; overweening.

Origin

Early 19th century. From high + step + -er. Compare high-stepper.

Definition of high-stepping in US English:

high-stepping

adjectiveˌhʌɪˈstɛpɪŋ

  • 1Of a person or animal: that takes high steps; especially (of a horse) that lifts its feet high from the ground in walking and trotting.

  • 2Chiefly US. Exalted, lofty; grand, luxurious; superior; overweening.

Origin

Early 19th century. From high + step + -er. Compare high-stepper.
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