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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Steping, vbl. n.1 [ME and e.m.E. stappyng (c1394), stepping (1575); Step v.] The action of stepping. —1460 Hay Alex. 233.
Gracius in speiche … Ane staitlie luke … his steping quike and tite