Outstep
conj, verb
conj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Verb
- 1 To step or go beyond; exceed; overstep. transitive
"“We cannot suppose,” said Emma, smiling, “that Mr. Elton would hesitate to assure you of there being a very musical society in Highbury; and I hope you will not find he has outstepped the truth more than may be pardoned, in consideration of the motive.”"
Conjunction
- 1 Alternative form of outcept. alt-of, alternative
Example
More examples"“We cannot suppose,” said Emma, smiling, “that Mr. Elton would hesitate to assure you of there being a very musical society in Highbury; and I hope you will not find he has outstepped the truth more than may be pardoned, in consideration of the motive.”"
Etymology
From out- + step.
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