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treading

/ˈtɹɛdɪŋ/

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verb

To step or walk (on or over something); to trample.

Examples :

"The children were treading on the fallen leaves, enjoying the crunching sound. "

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verb

To step or walk upon.

Examples :

"Actors tread the boards."

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verb

To beat or press with the feet.

Examples :

"to tread a path; to tread land when too light; a well-trodden path"

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verb

To go through or accomplish by walking, dancing, etc.

Examples :

"The baker was treading dough with his hands and feet to make the perfect crust. "

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verb

To crush under the foot; to trample in contempt or hatred; to subdue.

Examples :

"The bully was treading on the smaller boy's glasses, grinding them into the dirt with his foot. "

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verb

To copulate; said of (especially male) birds.

Examples :

"During mating season, the farmer observed the rooster treading the hen in the barnyard. "

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verb

(of a male bird) To copulate with.

Examples :

"The rooster was treading the hen in the barnyard. "

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noun

The act of one who treads.

Examples :

"The muddy treading on the clean floor showed where the dog had been. "