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TREADS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Treads.

Treads - as a noun

A step in walking or running

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pace8stride7

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

Treads - as a verb

Put down or press the foot, place the foot

Example: "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
step6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
go3locomote12move9travel9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tread or stomp heavily or roughly

Example: "The soldiers trampled across the fields"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trample11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
walk11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Crush as if by treading on

Example: "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 (used of male birds)

Example: "Male birds tread the females"

Example Sentences

"He left muddy treads all over the carpet."
"The bike tire treads were worn down from years of use."
"I could see the tire treads in the fresh snow."
"Her tennis shoes had deep treads for better traction."
"The tank's treads allowed it to navigate rough terrain."
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Word Game Points

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

TREADS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is TREADS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, treads is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TREADS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is TREADS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, treads is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TREADS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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