abruptstep
nounUK /əˈbrʌpt.stɛp/
US /əˈbrʌpt.stɛp/
A sudden, quick step that happens without warning.
She took an abruptstep backward when the dog barked.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A change in a plan or process that happens all at once.
The abruptstep in the schedule surprised everyone.
3. A short, jerky movement of the foot while dancing.
He added an abruptstep to the end of his dance.
4. A sudden action taken to solve a problem.
Closing the shop early was an abruptstep for the owner.