Definitions

1. verb

to walk or step on something, especially with a heavy or deliberate movement

“She had to tread carefully on the icy road.”

2. noun

the part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground when walking

“He checked the tread on his tires before driving.”

3. verb

to follow or continue a particular path or course of action

“The company will tread a more sustainable path in the future.”

4. noun

a path or track made by walking or driving

“The hikers followed the tread through the forest.”

5. verb

to deal with or manage a difficult situation

“She will have to tread the complex issue with care.”