Thread, v. t. [imp. & p. p.Threaded; p. pr. & vb. n.Threading.] 1. To pass a thread through the eye of; as, to thread a needle.
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. To form a thread, or spiral rib, on or in; as, to thread a screw or nut.