tread

intransitive verb

To walk on, over, or along.

intransitive verb

To press beneath the feet; trample.

intransitive verb

To treat unjustly or harshly; oppress.

intransitive verb

To form by walking or trampling.

intransitive verb

To execute by walking or dancing.

intransitive verb

To copulate with. Used of a male bird.

intransitive verb

To go on foot; walk.

intransitive verb

To set down the foot; step.