stepped adjective. [stɛpt] M19.
[from STEP noun¹, verb: see -ED², -ED¹.]
1. Having a step or steps; Mechanics (esp. of the float or hull of a seaplane or hydroplane) formed like a step or series of steps. M19.

2. Carried out or occurring in stages or with pauses, rather than continuously. M20.

3. With up: raised by degrees to a higher level; increased, intensified. M20.
Phrases: far stepped far advanced in an action, attainment, etc. stepped in years, well stepped in years (long arch.) very elderly.

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