"that has been stepped on," 1540s, past participle adjective from tread (v.). The past participle was altered from Middle English treden under influence of Middle English past participles such as stolen from steal.
双语例句
1. He made his way along a well-trodden path towards the shed.
他顺着一条常有人走的小路走向小屋。
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2. Political power has long been a well-trodden path to personal wealth.
拥有政治权力是敛财的惯常途径。
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3. These working parties will be going over well-trodden ground.
这些工作组将按惯例工作。
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4. The people have been trodden down for too long.
