What does half-step mean?
Half-step means Alternative form of half step..
Half-step
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
Alternative form of half step..
Definitions by Sense
- Alternative form of half step.
- (slang, African-American Vernacular) To back down from; fail to follow through or complete; to be slack
- (slang, African-American Vernacular) To fail to display full commitment, preparation, or genuineness; to be a poser; to be a fake or fraud
Example Sentences
No half-steppin', either you want it or you just playin' / I'm listenin' to you knowin' I can't believe what you sayin'
Synonyms for half-step
Antonyms for half-step
Related Words
Word Forms
- half-steps
- half-stepping
- half-stepped
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for half-step?
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What is the opposite of half-step?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use half-step in a sentence?
No half-steppin', either you want it or you just playin' / I'm listenin' to you knowin' I can't believe what you sayin'
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