steep

adjectiveverbA2 · Elementary

Going up at a sharp angle.

Meanings of «steep»

1. adjective

going up at a sharp angle

The hill behind our house is very steep.

2. verb

to soak something in liquid to bring out flavour

She lets the tea leaves steep in hot water for five minutes.

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Synonyms and similar words

precipitoussheer

What A2 means

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