ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Stepback

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Stepback is a noun meaning (architecture) Synonym of setback (“step-like recession in a wall”).

Meaning

(architecture) Synonym of setback (“step-like recession in a wall”).

More Meanings

  1. (chiefly attributive) A piece of furniture whose upper section is further back than the lower part, forming a flat shelf or step between them.

Example Sentences

a stepback cupboard

Word Forms

Synonyms for stepback

Depending on context, synonyms include setback.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include setback, understep, stairstep, step, stepwork, stepchair.

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