English dictionary

treadmill

/'tr/E/d,m/I/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

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

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps

noun.artifact

Synonyms tread-wheel treadwheel

Source: WordNet 3.0
a job involving drudgery and confinement

noun.act

Synonyms salt mine

Source: WordNet 3.0
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.

noun

Source: webster1913