What does TREED mean?

Dictionary Entry: Treed 1. Parts of Speech

Verb

2. Definitions

1. (of an animal) forced to take refuge in a tree by a pursuing hunter or hound; trapped in a tree.

2. (of a person or animal) climb up into or perch in a tree.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /triːd/

UK: /triːd/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "treed" comes from the verb "tree," which means to force an animal to take refuge in a tree by pursuing it. The term is commonly used in hunting and trapping contexts. In addition, "treed" can also refer to a person or animal climbing up into or perching in a tree for safety or recreation.

5. Synonyms

cornered, trapped, surrounded, enclosed, ensnared

6. Related Words

trade, deter, breed, greed, creed

7. Example Sentences

1. The hound chased the fox until it was treed.

2. The cat treed itself to escape the dog.

3. The bird treed itself on the branch.

4. The hunter treed the raccoon.

5. The squirrel was treed by the dog.