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SKID

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Skid.

How to pronounce skid:

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Skid - as a noun

One of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects

A restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brake shoeshoe

An unexpected slide

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideslipslip

Skid - as a verb

Slide without control

Example: "The car skidded in the curve on the wet road"

Elevate onto skids

Apply a brake or skid to

Move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner

Example: "The wheels skidded against the sidewalk"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slewslideslipslue
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
glide
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The car went into a skid on the icy road."
"There were skid marks on the pavement after the accident."
"The skid of wood was used as a makeshift ramp."
"He put his tools on the skid for easy transport."
"The forklift operator moved the skid of boxes into the warehouse."
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Word Game Points

Is SKID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, skid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SKID has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SKID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, skid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SKID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SKID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, skid is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SKID has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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