Definition of step-in in US English:
step-in
adjectiveˈstepˌinˈstɛpˌɪn
attributive Denoting a garment or pair of shoes that is put on by being stepped into and has no need for fasteners.
Example sentencesExamples
- First came her feet in elegant high heeled black step-in sandals.
- The old, slotted cleats and soft leather cycling shoes allowed feet quite a bit of movement, but the newer step-in cleats and more rigid shoes with a heel counter locked feet in one position.
nounˈstepˌinˈstɛpˌɪn
1A pair of step-in shoes; slip-ons.
Example sentencesExamples
- I finally settled on my navy-blue knitted top and well-worn denims paired with my serviceable step-ins.
2North American dated A pair of women's panties.
combination all-in-one silk vests and step-ins