Treddle

Treddle
Treddle Tred"dle, n. [See {Treadle}.] 1. See {Treadle}. [1913 Webster]

2. A prostitute; a strumpet. [Obs.] --Ford. [1913 Webster]

3. pl. The dung of sheep or hares. --Holland. [1913 Webster]


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