English

Verb

step out

1. (transitive) To exit a place on foot, often for a short time.

   She opened the car door and stepped out of the car.

2. (intransitive, idiomatic) To date, to be in a romantic relationship.

   They've been stepping out since he told her he was interested in a family.

3. (military) To increase the length, but not the rapidity, of the step.

Derived terms

• step out of line