1. walked on; trampled or pressed down by feet
Usage: past participle of ‘tread’ used as adjective

Examples

• The well-trodden path led through the forest.
• The grass was trodden flat by the crowd.
• She avoided the heavily trodden areas of the park.
• The snow was trodden down by countless footsteps.
• The garden showed signs of being trodden by deer.
• The carpet looked worn and trodden near the entrance.