Word after door or lock (4)

I believe the answer is:

step

(Other definitions for step that I've seen before include "Indian garment" , "Put foot on a pest" , "Section of flight" , "Part of a stairway" , "Rung, dance movement" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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