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skid Definition and Meaning in English (skid definition)

verb
Synonyms:slideslipslew
Quick Answer • Definition

Skid definition: To slide unintentionally for a short distance, especially when a vehicle's wheels lose traction on a surface.

Definitions of Skid

  1. 1verb

    To slide unintentionally for a short distance, especially when a vehicle's wheels lose traction on a surface.

  2. 2noun

    An act or instance of sliding unintentionally, often referring to a vehicle's loss of control.

Example Sentences

casual

“The car skidded on the icy road.”

casual

“He tried to stop, but his bicycle went into a skid.”

casual

“Be careful not to skid on the wet leaves.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularskids
past tenseskidded
present participleskidding

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

skid rowidiom

A run-down area of a town frequented by homeless people.

on the skidsidiom

In a bad or deteriorating condition, especially financially.

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What is the meaning of Skid in English?▼
Skid definition: To slide unintentionally for a short distance, especially when a vehicle's wheels lose traction on a surface.
How do you translate 'Skid' to English?▼
'Skid' translates to 'skid' in English. Skid definition: To slide unintentionally for a short distance, especially when a vehicle's wheels lose traction on a surface.
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