treadle
noun
a lever or the like worked by continual action of the foot to impart motion to a machine.
treadling
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present participleof treadle.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The operators, relieved of the treadling, maintained a much better working condition; and altogether the introduction of power driving, once well tested, became a necessity.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 598, June 18, 1887 by Various
While the uncle stopped treadling and held the blue-tailed shuttle in his hand, the breathless little boy told him that the field was finished.
From What's the Matter with Ireland? by Ruth Russell
Down the white ribbon of road the Virile Benedict of the Libraries came bicycling, treadling easily from the ankles.
From Once a Week by A. A. (Alan Alexander) Milne
For a moment Peg was silent, treadling away busily at her machine, and Faith stole a timid glance at her.
From The Beggar Man by Ruby M. (Ruby Mildred) Ayres
