Treadle ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Treadle ( noun )

A pedal or lever that is used to operate a machine or device, such as a sewing machine or a loom.

Origin:

The word "treadle" comes from the old english word "tredel", meaning "a pedal or lever for a machine".

Examples:

1. She pushed down on the treadle to start the sewing machine.
2. The artisan wove the fabric on the loom using the treadle to control the shuttle.
3. The musician played the organ by depressing the treadle with his foot.
4. The child played with the pedal car by pushing the treadle to make it move.
5. The potter used the treadle to control the speed of the pottery wheel.

(As a verb)

Treadle ( verb )

A pedal or lever that is used to operate a machine or device, such as a sewing machine or a loom.

Origin:

The word "treadle" comes from the old english word "tredel", meaning "a pedal or lever for a machine".

Examples:

1. She pushed down on the treadle to start the sewing machine.
2. The artisan wove the fabric on the loom using the treadle to control the shuttle.
3. The musician played the organ by depressing the treadle with his foot.
4. The child played with the pedal car by pushing the treadle to make it move.
5. The potter used the treadle to control the speed of the pottery wheel.