Treadle

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɛdəl/

Definitions of treadle

noun a lever operated by the foot to control machinery, especially a sewing machine

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother used a treadle sewing machine.

A2 The treadle on the bicycle was broken, so I had to push it instead.

B1 The old loom had a foot-operated treadle for weaving.

B2 The artisan skillfully used the treadle to operate the pottery wheel.

C1 The intricate design of the treadle allowed for precise control of the machinery.

C2 The master craftsman demonstrated the art of using a treadle to create beautiful textiles.

Examples of treadle in a Sentence

formal The sewing machine was operated using a treadle.

informal You can use the treadle to control the speed of the machine.

slang Give the treadle a gentle tap to get it started.

figurative She treaded carefully on the delicate issue, like stepping on a treadle.

Grammatical Forms of treadle

• past tense: treadled
• plural: treadles
• comparative: more treadle
• superlative: most treadle
• present tense: treadle
• future tense: will treadle
• perfect tense: have treadled
• continuous tense: is treadling
• singular: treadle
• positive degree: treadle
• infinitive: to treadle
• gerund: treadling
• participle: treadling

Origin and Evolution of treadle

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'treadle' originated from the Middle English word 'tredel' which came from the Old English word 'tredan' meaning to tread or step.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'treadle' evolved to refer specifically to the foot-operated lever used for powering various machines, such as sewing machines and looms.