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treadle

Pronunciation: [ˈtrɛd.əl]

Word

Learn how to use treadle in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “mechanics”

(noun) a part of a machine that you press with your foot to make it work. Imagine a sewing machine that has a pedal you push to make it go.

Example

The old sewing machine had a treadle that worked perfectly.

Example

The treadle on my bicycle is broken, so I can't ride it anymore.

Example

How does the treadle control the speed of the machine?

Context: “mechanics”

(verb) to use a foot pedal to operate a machine. It’s like when you push down the pedal to make the machine start working.

Example

She treadled the sewing machine smoothly and finished her dress quickly.

Example

He didn’t treadle the bike fast enough to get up the hill.

Example

Can you show me how to treadle the foot pedal?

How to pronounce treadle

Pronunciation: [ˈtrɛd.əl]

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