Step down

Pronunciation: /ˈstɛp ˈdaʊn/

Step down (verb)

  1. To become less strong, less fast, or lower in amount over time.
  2. To stop doing an important job, especially by choosing to resign from a position.
  3. To reduce the output of a machine or system to a lower level.

Examples

  • The manager stepped down the costs gradually.
  • The team stepped down its spending each month.