high-stepping

adjective

1. seeking unrestrained pleasure, as by frequenting night clubs, parties, etc.; leading a wild and fast life: a high-stepping young crowd.
2. (of a horse) moving with the leg raised high.

verb (used without object), high-stepped, high-step·ping.

1. to walk or run by raising the legs higher than normal.

verb (used with object), high-stepped, high-step·ping.

2. to approach or step over by high-stepping.