Tread ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Tread ( verb )

1. Walk on, over, or along (a surface).
2. Step on and press down (a surface, especially a floor or stairs).
3. Use (a path, road, etc.) by walking or driving on it.

Origin:

Old english tredan, of germanic origin; related to dutch treden and german treten.

Examples:

1. She treaded cautiously on the wet leaves.
2. He treaded the grapes to make wine.
3. The soldiers treaded across the muddy field.
4. She treaded softly so as not to wake the baby.
5. Please tread carefully on the new carpet.

(As a noun)

Tread ( noun )

1. Walk on, over, or along (a surface).
2. Step on and press down (a surface, especially a floor or stairs).
3. Use (a path, road, etc.) by walking or driving on it.

Origin:

Old english tredan, of germanic origin; related to dutch treden and german treten.

Examples:

1. She treaded cautiously on the wet leaves.
2. He treaded the grapes to make wine.
3. The soldiers treaded across the muddy field.
4. She treaded softly so as not to wake the baby.
5. Please tread carefully on the new carpet.