stepmill
nounUK /ˈstɛpmɪl/
US /ˈstɛpmɪl/
A stepmill is a machine with moving stairs that you climb to exercise.
She walked on the stepmill for twenty minutes at the gym.
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2. A rotating set of stairs powered by a person or animal, historically used to grind grain or pump water.
The old mill was powered by a stepmill turned by oxen.
3. A device with revolving steps used for physical training or rehabilitation.
The therapist had him use a stepmill to build leg strength.
4. Any mechanical arrangement of moving steps used to lift people or materials.
The warehouse installed a stepmill to move boxes between floors.