Gadit

steep

Definitions (2)
1adjectivehaving a sharp inclination or slope, often used to describe a hill or a road that rises or falls sharply.
The hill was too steep for the car to climb easily.
The steep stairs made it difficult to carry the boxes.
They hiked up the steep mountain trail.
2verbto soak something, usually in water or another liquid, to extract flavor or soften it.
She steeped the tea bag in hot water for a few minutes.
The herbs need to steep overnight to release their flavors.
He steeped the fabric in dye to change its color.
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Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
stēap
Originally meant
high, lofty
Background
The word 'steep' comes from the Old English 'stēap', which meant high or lofty. It has been used to describe sharp inclines since the Middle Ages.