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steep
Definitions
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1
adjective
Having
a
sharp
inclination
or
slope
.
The
hill
was
too
steep
to
climb
without
proper
gear
.
The
steep
stairs
made
it
difficult
for
the
elderly
to
ascend
.
The
road
became
steep
as
it
wound
up
the
mountain
.
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verb
To
soak
in
liquid
,
usually
to
extract
flavor
or
soften
.
She
steeped
the
tea
bag
in
hot
water
for
five
minutes
.
The
herbs
need
to
steep
in
the
oil
overnight
.
He
steeped
the
fabric
in
dye
to
get
the
right
color
.
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Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
stēap
Originally meant
high, lofty, deep
Background
The word 'steep' has been used in English since the Old English period, originally meaning high or lofty. Over time, it came to describe sharp inclines and the process of soaking.