Treadmill

B1 8+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈtredˌmɪl/

Definitions of treadmill

noun a device consisting of a continuous moving belt on which a person can walk or run while remaining in one place

Example Sentences

A1 I like to exercise on the treadmill at the gym.

A2 She bought a new treadmill for her home workouts.

B1 Using a treadmill is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness.

B2 The treadmill at the fitness center has different incline settings.

C1 The high-tech treadmill in the rehabilitation center has advanced monitoring systems.

C2 Professional athletes use specialized treadmills for performance testing and training.

Examples of treadmill in a Sentence

formal The gym has a variety of exercise equipment, including treadmills for cardio workouts.

informal I usually watch TV while running on the treadmill at home.

slang I need to hit the treadmill to work off all those cookies I ate.

figurative Being stuck in a dead-end job feels like running on a treadmill - lots of effort but no progress.

Grammatical Forms of treadmill

plural

treadmills

comparative

more treadmill

superlative

most treadmill

present tense

treadmill

future tense

will treadmill

perfect tense

have treadmilled

continuous tense

is treadmilling

singular

treadmill

positive degree

treadmill

infinitive

to treadmill

gerund

treadmilling

participle

treadmilled

Origin and Evolution of treadmill

First Known Use: 1818 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'treadmill' originated from the combination of 'tread' meaning to step or walk on and 'mill' referring to a machine or device used for grinding or crushing. The term was initially used to describe a type of punishment device in prisons where inmates would walk on a large wheel to generate power or crush grain.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the use of the word 'treadmill' has evolved to refer to a stationary exercise machine with a moving belt for walking or running in place. It has also come to symbolize repetitive or monotonous tasks in various contexts.