step in

/stɛp ɪn/

/stɛp ɪn/

Other forms: steps in; stepped in; stepping in

Definitions of step in

1. verb

   act as a substitute
   synonyms: deputise, deputize, substitute

   types:

   cover

   help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

   type of:

   replace, supercede, supersede, supervene upon, supplant

   take the place or move into the position of
2. verb

   get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force
   synonyms: interfere, interpose, intervene

   types:

   meddle, tamper

   intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly

   interlope

   encroach on the rights of others, as in trading without a proper license

   type of:

   interact

   act together or towards others or with others