high stepping
/haɪˈstɛpɪŋ/
noun
- The action or style of lifting the feet high while walking, marching, or dancing.
- His high-stepping made him stand out in the marching band.
- The high-stepping of the majorettes was a highlight of the parade.
- The dance routine involved a lot of high-stepping and twirling.
adjective
- Lifting the feet high while walking, marching, or dancing; often suggesting energy or showiness.
- The soldiers performed a high-stepping drill during the ceremony.
- She walked with a high-stepping stride that made her look confident.
- The high-stepping dancers wowed the audience with their kicks and jumps.