understep

/ˈʌndərˌstep/

Definitions

1. verb

to step or tread under something, especially the foot of another person

“She understepped his foot and almost tripped.”

2. noun

the foot that steps under something, especially the foot of another person

“He got a bruise from her understep.”

Synonyms

  • stumble
  • trip

Antonyms

  • step
  • stride