Pedˊe-ten′tous
,
[L.
pes
,
pedis
, foot +
tendere
to stretch out: cf. L.
tentim
by degrees.]
Proceeding step by step; advancing cautiously.
[R.]
That
pedetentous
pace and
pedetentous
mind in which it behooves the wise and virtuous improver to walk.
Sydney Smith.