Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
treadle
noun
/ˈtrɛd.əl/
Definition
A lever operated by the foot for powering a machine.
Examples
- The seamstress worked quickly, pedaling the treadle of her sewing machine.
- He adjusted the tension while pressing down on the treadle of the loom.
- The antique treadle table was a charming addition to the craft room.
Meaning
Treadle refers to a foot-operated mechanism that allows a user to control a device, typically seen in sewing machines or looms.
Synonyms
- foot pedal
- foot lever
- foot switch
