tread

US /tred/
UK /tred/
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1.

walk in a specified way

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He had to tread carefully to avoid slipping on the ice.
She didn't want to tread on anyone's toes.
2.

a manner or sound of walking

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He heard the heavy tread of boots on the stairs.
The soft tread of her slippers barely made a sound.
3.

the part of a tire that makes contact with the road or the part of a shoe that touches the ground

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The car's tires had good tread, providing excellent grip.
The worn tread on his shoes indicated he had walked many miles.
1.

press down with the feet; trample

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Please don't tread on the flowers.
He accidentally trod on a piece of glass.