Word: downstep
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: down
step
Definition: To apply a downward shift of tone between the syllables or words of a tonal language.
Morphemes:
Affix: down-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: lower position or direction, literally or figuratively.
Affix: step
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A change of position effected by a motion of translation.