n. [ From Russ. stepe, through G. or F. steppe. ] One of the vast plains in Southeastern Europe and in Asia, generally elevated, and free from wood, analogous to many of the prairies in Western North America. See Savanna. [ 1913 Webster ]
Steppe murrain. (Far.)
a. Provided with a step or steps; having a series of offsets or parts resembling the steps of stairs;
Stepped gear,
n. One who, or that which, steps;
[ 1913 Webster ]