walk in a specified way, step on and crush with the feet, cover (a surface) with a repeated pattern

tread water, tread on someone's toes, tread the boards

Formal and Informal Expressions of treaded

In different contexts, you can replace 'treaded' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'step, walk' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'crush, press' is a commonplace synonym.

treaded: Explore its Definition & Usage

treaded Definition

1walk in a specified way
2step on and crush with the feet
3cover (a surface) with a repeated pattern

Using treaded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "treaded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
He treaded carefully on the icy pavement.
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The hiker treaded through the muddy trail.
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The car treaded over the rocky terrain.
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She treaded on the grapes to make wine.

treaded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for treaded

Phrases with treaded

tread water
to stay afloat in water by moving your legs and arms
Example
I can't swim, but I can tread water for a few minutes.
tread on someone's toes
to offend or upset someone by encroaching on their territory or responsibilities
Example
I didn't mean to tread on your toes by taking over the project.
tread the boards
to act on stage as a performer
Example
She has been treading the boards for years, performing in various plays and musicals.

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Summary: treaded in Brief

The verb 'treaded' [tred-id] means to walk in a specified way, step on and crush with the feet, or cover a surface with a repeated pattern. It is often used in phrases like 'tread water,' meaning to stay afloat, and 'tread on someone's toes,' meaning to offend or upset someone. 'Tread the boards' refers to acting on stage.