treadwheel n 1: a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps [syn: {treadmill}, {treadwheel}, {tread-wheel}]
Treadwheel \Tread"wheel`\, n. A wheel turned by persons or animals, by treading, climbing, or pushing with the feet, upon its periphery or face. See {Treadmill}. [1913 Webster]