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Definition of step-in
(Entry 1 of 2)
: an article of clothing put on by being stepped into: such as
a
: a shoe resembling but usually having a higher vamp than a pump and having concealed elastic to adjust the fit
b
: short panties for women
—usually used in plural
step in
verb
stepped in; stepping in; steps in
Definition of step in (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: to intervene in an affair or dispute
b
: to act as a replacement
2
: to make a brief informal visit
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“Step-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step-in. Accessed 16 May. 2021.
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