Definition of Treadmill

1. Noun. An exercise device consisting of an endless belt on which a person can walk or jog without changing place.

Generic synonyms: Exercise Device

2. Noun. A mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps.
Exact synonyms: Tread-wheel, Treadwheel
Generic synonyms: Grinder, Mill, Milling Machinery

3. Noun. A job involving drudgery and confinement.
Exact synonyms: Salt Mine
Generic synonyms: Business, Job, Line, Line Of Work, Occupation

Definition of Treadmill

1. n. A mill worked by persons treading upon steps on the periphery of a wide wheel having a horizontal axis. It is used principally as a means of prison discipline. Also, a mill worked by horses, dogs, etc., treading an endless belt.

Definition of Treadmill

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Treadmill

tread-wheel
treaded
treader
treaders
treading
treadings
treading water
treadle
treadle
treadled
treadler
treadlers
treadles
treadless
treadling
treadmill (current term)
treadmilling
treadmills
treadmill test
treads
treadwheel
tread down
tread on
treague
treagues
treason
treasonable
treasonably
treasonist
treasonous

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