trod

1. To step or walk (on or over something); to trample.

   Don't tread on the lawn.

2. To step or walk upon.

   Actors tread the boards.

3. To beat or press with the feet.

   to tread a path; to tread land when too light; a well-trodden path

4. To go through or accomplish by walking, dancing, etc.
5. To crush under the foot; to trample in contempt or hatred; to subdue.
6. To copulate; said of (especially male) birds.
7. (of a male bird) To copulate with.

verb

To walk heavily or laboriously; plod; tread

noun

A track or pathway.