Meaning

• A step that is wrong, a false step.

  "On a high ledge, a misstep could be fatal."

• An error or mistake.

  "His comment was a misstep that could cost him dearly."

Meaning

• To step badly or incorrectly.

  "My dance partner misstepped and landed on my toe."

• To make an error or mistake.

  "I don't want to misstep by offending them."