Tread Definition
tread
noun
- a step in walking or running
- the grooved surface of a pneumatic tire
- the part (as of a wheel or shoe) that makes contact with the ground
- structural member consisting of the horizontal part of a stair or step
verb
- put down or press the foot, place the foot; "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread"; "step on the brake"
- tread or stomp heavily or roughly; "The soldiers trampled across the fields"
- crush as if by treading on; "tread grapes to make wine"
- brace (an archer's bow) by pressing the foot against the center
- apply (the tread) to a tire
- mate with; "male birds tread the females"
"Tread" in song lyrics
See how tread is used in real songs:
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"what your head would be puffed and tread"
Army of the Pharaohs — Blue Steel -
"With a snake under foot it's a fact you better not tread"
Aztlan Underground — How to Catch a Bullet -
"I'm hearing voices in my head and I can see a tread"
Dayton Family f/ Kalonda, Ryan — Shadows
Words that rhyme with tread
Usage tips for "tread"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tread" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tread to find words that pair well.