Meaning of the word treadmill in English

What does treadmill mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

treadmill

US /ˈtred.mɪl/
UK /ˈtred.mɪl/
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Noun

1.

an exercise machine that consists of a continuous moving belt on which to walk or run

Example:
I run on the treadmill for 30 minutes every morning.
The gym has several new treadmills.
2.

a monotonous routine of work or life that offers little satisfaction and from which it is difficult to escape

Example:
He felt trapped on the corporate treadmill, working long hours with no real purpose.
Escaping the daily treadmill of city life was his dream.
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