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TREADLE

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Treadle.

Treadle - as a noun

A lever that is operated with the foot

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foot leverfoot pedalpedal8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lever8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Treadle - as a verb

Tread over

Example: "The brick maker treadles over clay to pick out the stones"

Operate (machinery) by a treadle

Example Sentences

"She used her foot to press down on the treadle of the sewing machine."
"The old sewing machine had a wooden treadle."
"He lost his balance and accidentally stepped off the treadle."
"The treadle controls the movement of the loom."
"She adjusted the tension on the treadle to get the desired effect."
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Word Game Points

Is TREADLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, treadle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TREADLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is TREADLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, treadle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TREADLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is TREADLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, treadle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TREADLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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