Definition & Bedeutung von "tread"

to tread

VERB

treten , zertrampeln

to step on or crush something with the feet, often implying a forceful or heavy action

Transitive: to tread on sth

treten, gehen

to move along a path, surface, or area by taking steps

Intransitive: to tread somewhere

unterdrücken, treten

to suppress or control with force, as if trampling down opposition or resistance

Transitive: to tread sth

betreten, decken

(of a male bird) to engage in the mating process

Transitive: to tread a female bird

Tread

SUBSTANTIV

Schritt, Tritt

a step in walking or running

Trittfläche, Stufenbrett

the horizontal part of a step in a staircase that provides a surface to walk on

What is a "tread"?

A tread is the horizontal part of a step in a staircase where a person places their foot when ascending or descending. It is the flat surface that provides stability and comfort while navigating the stairs. Treads can vary in width and depth, depending on the design of the staircase, and can be made from various materials, such as wood, metal, or stone. The design of treads is important for safety, as they should be wide enough to accommodate footsteps comfortably while also allowing for easy movement between steps. Additionally, treads may feature non-slip surfaces to enhance safety further.

Lauffläche, Profil

the part (as of a wheel or shoe) that makes contact with the ground

Profil, Lauffläche

the part of a tire that comes into contact with the road, featuring patterns for grip

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