shortsteps

noun
UK /ˈʃɔːt.stɛps/
US /ˈʃɔːrt.stɛps/

Little steps that are not long.

The baby took shortsteps across the room.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way of walking with quick, small movements.

She moved in shortsteps through the crowded hall.

3. A slow, careful way of making progress.

The project advanced in shortsteps over the year.

4. A dance move using small, quick foot movements.

The children practiced shortsteps in their dance class.