Definitions
operate (machinery) by a treadle
Word origin
From Middle English tredel, from Old English tredel; equivalent to tread + -le.
Used in a sentence
“To the rear end of the shaft B, is attached a band wheel, to the periphery of which is attached a strap J, which descends to a treadle, to be operated by the foot, but which requires no description.”
“There is an inconspicuous treadle let into the floor and when you step on it an air-operated door-opening mechanism is automatically activated; [...].”
“You can play with treadling a straight or point twill, treadle just Block A, treadle just Block B, or mix and match all the options.”
Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0
Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Operate by foot pedal”7 letters
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