THREAD

Definitions

1. 1. To pass a thread through the eye of; as, to thread a needle.
2. 2. To pass or pierce through as a narrow way; also, to effect or make, as one's way, through or between obstacles; to thrid. Heavy trading ships . . . threading the Bosphorus. Mitford. They would not thread the gates. Shak.
3. 3. To form a thread, or spiral rib, on or in; as, to thread a screw or nut.