Definitions

1. noun

One of a series of steps, especially in a staircase, having a platform or landing between each pair of steps.

“The apartment building had a long flight of stairs with several stairsteps that led to the top floor.”

2. verb

To climb or ascend a staircase, especially in a series of steps.

“She stairstepped her way to the top of the skyscraper, feeling proud of her accomplishment.”

3. verb

To ascend a series of levels or ranks, especially in a hierarchical system.

“He stairstepped his way up the corporate ladder, eventually becoming a CEO.”