n. 1. The mark or impression of the foot; a track; hence, visible sign of a course pursued; token; mark; as, the footsteps of divine wisdom. [ 1913 Webster ]
How on the faltering footsteps of decay Youth presses. Bryant. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. An inclined plane under a hand printing press. [ 1913 Webster ]
[patapata](adv, vs) (1) (on-mim) flap (sound of something light and thin such as a fan moving through the air); (2) pitter-patter (sound of light footsteps); (3) dealing with a situation quickly[Add to Longdo]
[きゃっかしょうこ, kyakkashouko](exp) look carefully where your own footsteps fall; seek enlightenment by knowing yourself and not by watching others; know thyself[Add to Longdo]