two-step

noun

ˈtü-ˌstep 

1

: a ballroom dance in ²/₄ or ⁴/₄ time having a basic pattern of step-close-step

2

: a piece of music for the two-step

two-step intransitive verb

Examples of two-step in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

McDonald hopes this is the first of a two-step process for recognition of the victims of Flight 212. —Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2025

Meanwhile, Google and the ad industry continue their slow two-step routine, with nothing likely to change anytime soon. —Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025

The online survey used a two-step process to guarantee each participant and their responses were authentic, using tools like digital fingerprinting, bot checks, geo-verification, speeding detection and response reviews by team members. —Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 5 June 2025

Each sphere undergoes a multistep finishing process, featuring delicate inlay work followed by a two-step gold decoration. —Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 2 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for two-step

• bicep
• doorstep
• footstep
• instep
• lockstep
• misstep
• sidestep
• cep
• hep
• pep
• prep
• rep